Generic name: clindamycin vaginal [ klin-da-MYE-sin ]
Dosage forms: vaginal cream (2%); vaginal suppository (100 mg)
Drug classes:Topical acne agents, Vaginal anti-infectives
What is clindamycin vaginal?
Clindamycin vaginal (for use in the vagina) is an antibiotic that is used to treat vaginal infections caused by bacteria.
Clindamycin vaginal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use clindamycin vaginal if you have an intestinal disorder such as colitis or Crohn's disease.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use clindamycin vaginal if you are allergic to clindamycin or lincomycin, or if you have:
an intestinal disorder such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease; or
if you have ever had severe diarrhea caused by using an antibiotic.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any type of intestinal disorder.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Clindamycin vaginal may contain ingredients that can weaken a condom and cause it to break. An unintended pregnancy could result. Avoid using a condom as a birth control method while you are usi...
