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It is safe to use in a penicillin allergy because the two drugs are not in the same family. They are both antibiotics but have little else in common. They do not share similar chemical structures or mechanisms of action. Clindamycin is a macrolide antibiotic whereas penicillin is a beta lactam antibiotic.
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What dosage of 150mg clindamycin for strep throut?
Clindamycin is the the drug of choice for Strep throat. Penicillin and similar class are the drugs of choice.
Can you take clindamycin if allergic to neomycin?
Yes. Clindamycin is not a penicillin-like antibiotic, so it may be used if allergic to penicillin. However, this does not mean you cannot be allergic to this drug also.
If a patient is allergic to Penicillin and they need to?
pre-medicate, they must be given 600mg of Clindamycin.
What is clindamycin 300mg used for?
Clindamycin is used for serious infections where Penicillin may not work like severe tooth abcess. It is a stronger alternate to Amoxicillin .
Will clindamycin treat strep throat?
clindamycin (cleocin) can be used to treat strep throat, but it's not the recommended treatment. strep throat is caused by streptococcus pyogenes. recommended treatment is with penicillin for 10 days. alternatives include amoxicillin; penicillin allergic patients can use azithro/clarithro/erythro-mycin. there is some evidence showing cleocin works, but it's not first choice
What is the difference between amoxicillin and clindamycin?
Amoxicillin and clindamycin are both antibiotics but belong to different classes; amoxicillin is a penicillin-type antibiotic, while clindamycin is a lincosamide. Amoxicillin is effective against a variety of bacterial infections, particularly those caused by gram-positive bacteria, and is often used for respiratory infections and ear infections. Clindamycin is typically used for anaerobic infections and certain skin and soft tissue infections, particularly when patients are allergic to penicillin. Additionally, clindamycin can have a higher risk of causing Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea compared to amoxicillin.
What to take if allergic to penicillin?
Macrolide group of antibiotics can be taken if patient is allergic to penicillin. They have the same spectrum as that of penicillin. That is gram positive and negative cocci and gram positive bacilli. They are Erythromycin, Roxithromycin, Clarithromycin and Azithromycin.
Is clindamycin used for tooth infection?
yea, if there is an infection. But you may also use penicillin(if not allergic to penicillin) or may use Amoxicillin. cepphalonsporin and tetracycline can also be used. Dr.Bilal Ashraf (pharamsist) pakistan
You went to the hospital they gave you IV clindamycin for a tooth abscess and gave you a script for it in pill form to take home. i have no insurance and have a bottle of penicillin can you use it?
i was given a script of Penicillin VK 500mg for my abscessed tooth so I'm assumeing yest.
Is clindamycin in same family as augmentin?
No, clindamycin and Augmentin are not in the same family of antibiotics. Clindamycin belongs to the lincosamide class, while Augmentin is a combination of amoxicillin (a penicillin-type antibiotic) and clavulanate potassium, which is a beta-lactam antibiotic. They have different mechanisms of action and are used to treat different types of bacterial infections. Always consult a healthcare professional for appropriate antibiotic use.
Is clindamycin good for impetigo?
Yes, clindamycin can be effective for treating impetigo, particularly in cases caused by certain bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. It is often used when patients are allergic to penicillin or when the infection is resistant to other antibiotics. However, it's essential to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment recommendations.
What are 20 different types of antimicrobial molecules?
Penicillin Cephalosporin Vancomycin Tetracycline Erythromycin Rifampin Fluoroquinolones Sulfonamides Aminoglycosides Carbapenems Metronidazole Clindamycin Azithromycin Linezolid Daptomycin Polymyxins Trimethoprim Nitrofurantoin Fosfomycin Colistin
