Dalocel 300 mg/2 mL Inj

Medical Uses

Clindamycin is an antibiotic used in hospitals and clinical settings to treat serious bacterial infections. It is commonly prescribed for:

• Skin and soft-tissue infections

• Bone and joint infections (osteomyelitis)

• Intra-abdominal infections

• Respiratory tract infections (pneumonia, lung abscess)

• Gynecological infections (pelvic inflammatory disease)

• Severe dental infections

• Sepsis caused by susceptible bacteria

It is used when bacteria do not respond to other antibiotics or when patients cannot take penicillin.

Dosage (Doctor Must Decide Based on Infection Type)

Typical Adult Dose

• 600–1200 mg per day, divided every 8–12 hours

• Given IV or IM

For Severe Infections

• May require 1200–2700 mg/day, divided doses

• In life-threatening infections, up to 4800 mg/day under close hospital monitoring

General Notes

• IM dose should not exceed 600 mg at a single site

• IV doses are diluted and infused slowly

Dosage depends on severity, age, kidney/liver status, and clinical response.

Side Effects

Common:

• Pain or irritation at injection site

• Nausea or vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Rash or itching

Serious (requires urgent medical attention):

• Severe diarrhea (possible C. difficile infection)

• Liver function changes

• Allergic reactions

• Low blood pressure (rare)

How to Use

• Must be administered by a doctor or trained healthcare professional

• Can be given:

  • IV infusion (over 10–60 minutes depending on dose)

  • Deep IM injection

• Monitor patient for:

  • Allergic reactions

  • Liver and kidney function

  • Signs of severe diarrhea

Do not self-inject.