Clindamycin capsule should be taken with a full glass of water to avoid the possibility of esophageal irritation.
Administration of Clindamycin with food does not adversely affect Clindamycin absorption and the capsule may be taken with meals.
Patients with β-hemolytic streptococcal infections should be treated for at least 10 days to diminish the likelihood of subsequent rheumatic fever or glomerulonephritis.
Serious anaerobic infections usually necessitate treatment with Clindamycin sterile solution for intravenous or intramuscular administration.
Usual Recommended Oral Adult Dose: Serious Infections: 150 mg to 300 mg every 6 hours.
More Severe Infections: 300 mg to 450 mg every 6 hours.
Or, as prescribed by a physician. (See Table 3.)
