AdultSerious infections 500 mg 3 times daily 8 hrly. More severe infections ≥500 mg 4 times daily 6 hrly. Childn >1 mthSerious infections 30 mg/kg/day in 3 or 4 divided doses. More severe infections 60 mg/kg/day into 3 or 4 divided doses.
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals w/ a full glass of water.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to lincomycin or clindamycin. Neonates.
Special Precautions
History of GI disease; asthma. Liver & renal dysfunction. Pregnancy & lactation.
Adverse Reactions
GI disturbances, hypersensitivity reactions, haematopoetic changes, renal dysfunction, jaundice.