Dalacin C (300mg/2ml) Injection – Clindamycin Antibiotic | 1 Ampoule

Description

Dalacin C Injection contains Clindamycin Phosphate, a lincosamide antibiotic used for treating serious bacterial infections. It is particularly effective against anaerobic bacteria and certain gram-positive organisms, making it a preferred choice for bone infections, skin infections, intra-abdominal infections, and septicemia.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredient: Clindamycin Phosphate (300mg/2ml)

• Excipients: Water for injection, stabilizers

Drug Class

• Lincosamide Antibiotic

Dosage Form

• Injection (Intramuscular or Intravenous)

• Strength: 300mg/2ml per ampoule

Uses / Indications

• Bone and joint infections (osteomyelitis, septic arthritis)

• Skin and soft tissue infections (cellulitis, abscesses)

• Intra-abdominal infections (peritonitis, abscesses)

• Septicemia and endocarditis (when caused by sensitive organisms)

• Lower respiratory tract infections (pneumonia, empyema, lung abscess)

• Gynecological infections (pelvic inflammatory disease, endometritis)

Dosage

💉 Dosage is determined by a healthcare provider.

• Adults:

  • IM or IV: 600–2700mg per day, divided into 2–4 doses

• Children (>1 month):

  • 8–25mg/kg/day, divided into 3–4 equal doses

• Infuse IV slowly (over 10–60 minutes) to reduce irritation

In Case of Overdose

• Symptoms: Severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, neuromuscular blockade

• Treatment: Supportive care, gastric lavage, symptomatic treatment

Missed Dose

• Take as soon as remembered if within a short time

• Skip if it’s close to the next scheduled dose

• Do not double the dose

How To Use

• Can be given intramuscularly (deep injection) or intravenously (slow infusion)

• Must be administered by a healthcare professional

• Rotate injection sites to avoid local irritation

When Not to Use / Contraindications

• Allergy to clindamycin, lincomycin, or any component of the formulation

• History of severe antibiotic-associated colitis (Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea)

• Use with caution in newborns (especially premature infants)

Side Effects

Common:

• Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site

• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting

• Rash, itching

Serious:

• Severe diarrhea (may indicate Clostridium difficile-associated colitis)

• Liver dysfunction (jaundice, abnormal LFTs)

• Allergic reactions (swelling, difficulty breathing, anaphylaxis)

• Blood disorders (neutropenia, thrombocytopenia – rare)

Precautions & Warnings

• Prolonged use may cause superinfections, including fungal infections

• Use with caution in patients with liver or kidney impairment

• Not recommended for meningitis (poor CSF penetration)

• Monitor for gastrointestinal symptoms during therapy

• Inform doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding

Drug Interactions

• Muscle relaxants (may increase neuromuscular blockade)

• Erythromycin (antagonistic effect, avoid combination)

• Antidiarrheal drugs (may worsen antibiotic-associated colitis)

• Warfarin and anticoagulants (increased bleeding risk)

Storage / Disposal

• Store at below 25°C

• Protect from light and moisture

• Do not freeze

• Dispose of used ampoules safely

Control Drug / Prescription Status

• Prescription-only medicine

Quick Tips

• Always complete the full course as prescribed

• Report any severe diarrhea immediately

• Avoid alcohol to reduce stomach irritation

• Rotate injection sites to minimize pain

• Not suitable for viral infections (e.g., cold, flu)