Cliford 150 mg Capsule

Cliford 150 mg Capsule is an oral antibiotic that contains 150 mg of clindamycin in each capsule. It belongs to the lincosamide class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, including infections of the skin, lungs, bone, joints, teeth, and some infections inside the abdomen or female reproductive tract. Cliford 150 mg Capsule works only against bacteria, not viruses, so it will not help with colds or the flu. The exact use and length of treatment depend on the infection and the doctor’s instructions.

How it works: Clindamycin stops bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply. In capsule form, Cliford 150 mg is swallowed so the medicine can be absorbed through the digestive tract and carried to the infection.

Cliford 150 mg Capsule is the lower-strength sibling of Cliford 300 mg Capsule, so it may be preferred when a smaller dose is needed or when a doctor wants to fine-tune dosing more gradually. Because each capsule contains 150 mg, it can be easier to match prescribed schedules that require multiple smaller doses rather than a larger single capsule strength. The choice between Cliford 150 mg Capsule and Cliford 300 mg Capsule depends on the infection, severity, and the patient’s overall medical assessment.

• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Dental infections
• Respiratory tract infections
• Bone and joint infections
• Certain abdominal infections
• Some gynecologic infections

• Swallow Cliford 150 mg Capsule whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, at evenly spaced times if your doctor has set a schedule.
• You may take it with or without food if your prescriber does not give different instructions.
• Do not lie down right after taking the capsule; stay upright for at least 30 minutes to reduce throat irritation.
• Finish the full course even if you feel better before the medicine is gone.
• If it upsets your stomach, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether taking it with food is okay for your prescription.

Each Cliford 150 mg Capsule provides 150 mg of clindamycin per capsule. How often you take it depends on the type and severity of the infection; many prescriptions use multiple doses per day, but the exact schedule and maximum daily amount must be set by the doctor. Do not change the dose or stop early unless your prescriber tells you to.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Clindamycin may include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain or cramping
• Bad taste in the mouth
• Rash or itching
• Heartburn or throat irritation if taken without enough water

• Use caution if you have had antibiotic-associated colitis or severe diarrhea before.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of stomach or intestinal problems.
• Cliford 150 mg Capsule may cause irritation of the esophagus if not taken with plenty of water.
• Do not take it for viral illnesses like colds or flu.
• Let your prescriber know if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• Tell your doctor about any severe allergies to clindamycin, lincomycin, or other antibiotics.
• If dizziness or stomach upset occurs, be careful with driving or activities that require alertness.

• Erythromycin or other macrolide antibiotics
• Neuromuscular blocking medicines used during surgery
• Other medicines that can irritate the stomach or intestines
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Live bacterial vaccines may be less appropriate during active antibiotic treatment

Store Cliford 150 mg Capsule in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.