Clindamycin (Medsurge)™

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CLINDAMYCIN MEDSURGE is indicated in the treatment of serious infections caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria.,CLINDAMYCIN MEDSURGE is also indicated in the treatment of serious infections due to susceptible strains of streptococci, pneumococci and staphylococci.,Its use should be reserved for penicillin-allergic patients or other patients for whom, in the judgement of the physician, a penicillin is inappropriate.,Anaerobes Serious respiratory tract infections such as empyema, anaerobic pneumonitis and lung abscess; serious skin and skin structure infections; septicaemia; intra-abdominal infections such as peritonitis and intra-abdominal abscess (typically resulting from anaerobic organisms resident in the normal gastrointestinal tract) and infections of the female pelvis and genital tract such as endometritis, non-gonococcal tubo-ovarian abscess, pelvic cellulitis and post-surgical vaginal cuff infection, all when given in conjunction with an antibiotic of appropriate gram-negative aerobic spectrum.,Streptococci Serious respiratory tract infections; serious skin and skin structure infections; septicaemia.,Staphylococci Serious respiratory tract infections; serious skin and skin structure infections; septicaemia; acute haematogenous osteomyelitis.,Pneumococci Serious respiratory tract infections.,Adjunctive Therapy In the surgical treatment of chronic bone and joint infections due to susceptible organisms. Indicated surgical procedures should be performed in conjunction with antibiotic therapy. Bacteriological studies should be performed to determine the causative organisms and their susceptibility to clindamycin.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 24 Months
• Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
• Do not Freeze; Refrigerate

Source: ARTG

Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Injection, solution
• Intravenous
• Clear, colourless to almost colourless solution, practically free from visible particles

Source: ARTG

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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• 10 x 2 mL ampoules

Source: ARTG

This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

Source: PBS

For the active ingredient: Clindamycin

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

Source: AHT

If you experience a side effect from this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Or report it directly to the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).

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Source: ARTG

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