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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?

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

Answered 5/10/2017

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Tummy ache clinda: Clindamycin can make your intestinal flroa(normal good bacteria) to die as awell and give you tummy ache. If you have blood or mucous in y our bowel movements talk to your doc asap.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

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?

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