Dalacin C
Clindamycin
Ingredients & Drug Type
Dalacin C is listed as Antibiotic containing Clindamycin. An antibiotic used for selected bacterial infections; it does not treat viral colds.
- Active ingredient
- Clindamycin
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Dosage form
- Capsule
- Strength
- 300mg
Dosing
- Adult
- 150–450mg كل 6–8 ساعات
- Pediatric
- 10–30 mg/kg/day مقسمة على 3–4 جرعاتMin age: 0 شهور
- Frequency
- 3–4 مرات يومياً
- Duration
- 7 أيام
- Route
- oral
- Common catalog dose: 300mg.
- Frequency: 3–4 مرات يومياً.
- Typical duration: 7 أيام.
- Route: oral.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
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Medical Overview
Dalacin C is listed as Antibiotic containing Clindamycin. An antibiotic used for selected bacterial infections; it does not treat viral colds.
Dalacin C (clindamycin) excels in dental abscesses, skin/soft-tissue and bone infections, and is the classic penicillin-allergy alternative for dental infections. Its signature warning: severe/bloody diarrhea during or weeks after treatment may signal C. difficile colitis — stop and seek care immediately.
Uses / Indications
- Deep skin infections
- dental infections
- anaerobic infections
- alternative in patients with penicillin allergy
- Bacterial infections selected by a clinician based on infection site and likely organisms.
Side Effects
- Diarrhoea (risk of pseudomembranous colitis)
- rash
- gastrointestinal disturbance
- Upset stomach, diarrhea, or rash; allergy symptoms or severe diarrhea require urgent advice.
Contraindications
- History of antibiotic-associated colitis
- Previous allergy to the same drug class or a serious antibiotic reaction.
Warnings
- Stop the medication immediately if severe diarrhoea develops
- Complete the prescribed course and never use leftover antibiotics or another person’s prescription.
Drug Interactions
- يعزز مرخيات العضلات المستخدمة بالتخدير (أخبر طبيب التخدير قبل أي عملية). تضاد مخبري مع الإريثروميسين (لا يجمعان). قد يقلل فعالية BCG وبعض اللقاحات الحية الموقوتة معه.
- Tell your clinician about blood thinners, contraception, heart medicines, seizure medicines, and other antibiotics.
Patient Guidance
- Do not start an antibiotic without a prescription.
- Seek care for allergy, breathing difficulty, swelling, or severe diarrhea.
- Stopping early can increase bacterial resistance.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Dalacin C?
Dalacin C contains Clindamycin and is categorized as Antibiotic. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Dalacin C?
Catalog dosing information includes: 150–450mg كل 6–8 ساعات. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Dalacin C?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Dalacin C be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.