Drug
Clindamycin
Pronounced
"KLIN-da-MYE-sin"
Uses
This medication is used to treat a certain type of vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis). Clindamycin is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
How to Use This Medication
Read the Patient Information Leaflet and the Instructions for Use if available from your pharmacist before you start using clindamycin. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
This product is for vaginal use only. Wash your hands before and after use. Avoid contact of this medication with your eyes, mouth, or skin.
Insert 1 applicatorful of this medication into your vagina as directed by your doctor. This product is used as a single (one-time) dose.
After filling the applicator as directed, lie on your back with your legs slightly bent. Gently insert the applicator filled with medication into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go. Slowly press the plunger to release all the medication into your vagina. Remove the empty applicator from your vagina and throw it away in your household trash. Do not save any medicine that may be left in the tube or applicator for future use.
Do not have vaginal intercourse or use products that go inside your vagina (such as tampons or douches) while using this medication and for 3 days after using it. These products may make this medication work less well. Unscented sanitary pads may be used to protect your clothing from leakage of the medication.
This medication may weaken polyurethane condoms. Do not use polyurethane condoms while using this medication and for 7 days after treatment, since they may not work properly to prevent pregnancy or protect against sexually transmitted diseases. Latex or polyisoprene condoms may be used instead. Ask your pharmacist if you have any questions about the types of condoms you may use.
Tell your doctor if your condition lasts, gets worse, or returns after treatment.