What is Clindamycin?
This is a lincosamide class of antibiotics that is given by mouth (orally). It is effective in the treatment of susceptible bacterial infections. It can also treat some protozoal infections.
What are the benefits of Clindamycin?
- Generic equivalent to Antirobe.
- Works well to treat susceptible bacterial infections including dental infections.
- Also treats some protozoal infections.
- Minimal side effects when used as directed.
How is this medication given?
Follow your veterinarians precise instructions regarding the use of Clindamycin.
This is an oral medication (given by mouth). Always complete the entire course of prescribed medication or the infection may recur or worsen.
Give directly by mouth followed by some water or with a small amount of food.
How does this medication work?
Clindamycin prevents vulnerable bacteria from producing proteins that are essential to their growth so bacteria can no longer grow.
What results can I expect?
Clindamycin is absorbed quickly through the digestive tract and can travel to multiple organs.
Susceptible bacterial/protozoal infections should be killed and your pet should start to feel better if Clindamycin is used as directed.
Infections may recur or worsen if the entire course of medication is not completed.