Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Clindamycin (as phosphate) 100mg; supp.
Pharmacological Class
Lincosamide.
See Also
How Supplied
Crm—40g (w. applicators); Ovules—3 (w. applicator)
Manufacturer
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Indications
Indications
Bacterial vaginosis.
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Dosage and Administration
Adult
Nonpregnant: 1 supp intravaginally at bedtime for 3 days.
Children
Pre-menarchal: not established.
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Contraindications
Contraindications
History of enteritis or colitis.
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Monitor for pseudomembranous colitis. Advise patients to not use contraceptive diaphragm or condom for at least 72hrs after treatment. Advise patients to not have vaginal intercourse or use tampons or douches during treatment with ovules. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: monitor infant or consider alternatives.
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Interactions
Interactions
May potentiate neuromuscular blockers; caution.
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Candidiasis, vaginitis, vulvovaginal disorder, fungal infection, pruritus, abnormal labor; hypersensitivity reactions, acute kidney injury.
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Clinical Trials
See Literature
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Note
Not Applicable
Cleocin Vaginal Ovules Patient Counseling
See Literature