Question 1

i just finished my 2nd consecutive script or oral clindamycin for 14 days!  my folliculitis on my stomach is not totally cleared up!  what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Poor treatment: Find a better Dr, preferably a dermatologist. Do not take any more clindamycin.  Usually treatment of folliculitis requires months of treatment, maybe years. I wonder if you even have a correct diagnosis because the treatment does not reflect good medical judgement.

Question 2

missed a dose of my clindamycin for tonsillitis, i started them on tuesday, missed tonights dose my stomach is just too upset. am i ok to wait till morning? i feel 95% better but know i need to finish them

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Yes: Yes, it is okay to take your clindamycin in the morning. To help with stomach upset, take it with a full glass of water. And as you correctly mentioned, ensure you take all your medication as directed. If you have trouble with future doses, let your doctor know.

Question 3

is it true that clindamycin occurs problems in stomach?

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Possible: The use of Clindamycin has been associated with c-diff overgrowth which can cause severe diarrhea.

Question 4

i'm taking clindamycin 300mg it's giving me bad stomach pains what to do?

Accepted Answer

See below: Clindamycin used to treat a variety of infections. As with most antibiotics, GI-related symptoms (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pains) amongst the most common adverse reactions. Occasionally, antibiotic-related colitis can occur which can be serious. I would strongly recommend you notify your prescribing MD and report your symptoms. He may request you stop taking or prescribe an alternative.

Question 5

taking clindamycin 150 on day 2 stomach is getting upset. have tried taking it with food, but still feel pain and nausea. can i take pepto, etc?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Don't take the two together . Space them 1-2 hours apart. Notify your dr about this side effect. Take care!

Question 6

i was prescribed clindamycin for a tooth abcess.  i have a sensitive stomach and ibs, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: clindamycin can be harsh on the GI tract..  Ask doc for something else or at least don't take it on an empty stomach

Question 7

does clindamycin cause horrible gas and stomach pain ?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: Clindamycin, or virtually any other medication, can cause a variety of intestinal side effects. This is due to intestinal sensitivity to a substance that the intestines have not seen before. Talk with your prescribing doctor about other options.

Question 8

can the antibiotic clindamycin cause middle stomach pain im on 300mg three times a day with moderate stomach pain?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal pain : Most antibiotics cause some gastrointestinal symptoms. Nausea and abdominal pain are not rare. See if you can complete the antibiotic course otherwise ask your doctor if other antibiotics can be substituted. You didn't mention why you are on clindamycin?

Question 9

i was prescribed clindamycin for a tooth abcess.  i have ibs, anxiety, and a sensitive stomach.  should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

No need for conern: Clindamycin is a very well tolerated antibiotic, with few gastrointestinal side effects. It shouldn't cause any problems with your IBS or sensitive stomach. You can take the drug as directed without worry.

Question 10

on clindamycin vagina cream for 2nd time in a month.last night swollen stomach and pain in belly went away this morning.now diahrea??is this normal

Accepted Answer

Clindamycin: has potential for side effects like nausea, vomiting, GI upset and diarrhea.

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I just finished my 2nd consecutive script or oral clindamycin for 14 days! my folliculitis on my stomach is not totally cleared up! what can i do?

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Missed a dose of my clindamycin for tonsillitis, i started them on tuesday, missed tonights dose my stomach is just too upset. am i ok to wait till morning? i feel 95% better but know i need to finish them

A member asked:

Is it true that clindamycin occurs problems in stomach?

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I'm taking clindamycin 300mg it's giving me bad stomach pains what to do?

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Taking clindamycin 150 on day 2 stomach is getting upset. have tried taking it with food, but still feel pain and nausea. can i take pepto, etc?

A member asked:

I was prescribed clindamycin for a tooth abcess. i have a sensitive stomach and ibs, should i be concerned?

A member asked:

Does clindamycin cause horrible gas and stomach pain ?

A member asked:

Can the antibiotic clindamycin cause middle stomach pain im on 300mg three times a day with moderate stomach pain?

A member asked:

I was prescribed clindamycin for a tooth abcess. i have ibs, anxiety, and a sensitive stomach. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

On clindamycin vagina cream for 2nd time in a month.last night swollen stomach and pain in belly went away this morning.now diahrea??is this normal

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