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Can clindamycin cause heartburn? and would it be more likely in someone who already deals with heartburn frequently?

Q: can clindamycin cause heartburn? and would it be more likely in someone who already deals with heartburn frequently?

: Clindamycin can cause heartburn and especially in someone who already is bothered by this problem. Be sure to drink plenty of water with each dose and if it is not tolerable, talk to your doctor about other options.

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Clindamycin can cause heartburn and especially in someone who already is bothered by this problem. Be sure to drink plenty of water with each dose and if it is not tolerable, talk to your doctor about other options.

Answered 11/9/2021

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A member asked:

Can clindamycin cause heartburn? and would it be more likely in someone who already deals with heartburn frequently?

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I'm on clindamycin 300mgx3 daily. I have mild heartburn and loose (but not diarrea), dark green (non-smelly) stools. Is this ok/norm? No cramps.