What does it do?

Clindamycin is used to treat and prevent bacterial infections.

How should you take it?

Take clindamycin regularly as directed. Keep taking it until the course is finished, even if you start to feel better.
Clindamycin can damage the oesophagus (food pipe). To avoid this, take it with a large glass of water. Swallow the capsule whole, do not crush or chew it. Sit or stand upright for at least 30 minutes after taking a dose.

What if you forget a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible and continue as directed.

Can you take other medicines?

Tell your pharmacist or doctor about all medicines or treatments that you may be taking, including vitamins, herbal products or recreational drugs.

What side effects might you notice?

Side Effects	Recommended action
Diarrhoea, stomach cramps, blood in bowel motions Trouble swallowing, chest pain, indigestion or heartburn (new or getting worse) Reduced number of blood cells that fight infections or help your blood to clot - symptoms include: fever, chills, sore throat or generally feeling unwell, or easy or unusual bruising or bleeding Skin rash	Tell your doctor immediately
Nausea	Tell your doctor if troublesome

If you notice any other effects, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.

Other information:

• Tell your doctor if you have liver problems, or have had severe diarrhoea due to antibiotics.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.