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Took clindamycin 300 mg , threw up about 10 mins after taking it and saw the open capsule in my vomit, also could taste the disgusting medicine, should i redose, did it get absorbed? gonna get my doc to change it if possible?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Vomited: I don't think adequate antibiotic was absorbed and I recommend repeating the dose. I feel that clindamycin is best taken with food in the stomach.

Dr Prieston agreed

Answered 12/9/2020

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A member asked:

Took clindamycin 300 mg , threw up about 10 mins after taking it and saw the open capsule in my vomit, also could taste the disgusting medicine, should i redose, did it get absorbed? gonna get my doc to change it if possible?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Prieston agreed

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