Lincosamide Flashcards by Sonia chandarana | Brainscape

Q

What does clindamycin do?

A

Inhibits protein synthesis

- Narrow spectrum (gram +)

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What are the side effects of clindamycin?

A

Antibiotic associated colitis

Can be fatal
Most common in middle aged/elderly women, especially after operations
If diarrhoea develops - stop and see GP

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What do you need to monitor when taking clindamycin?

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Liver and renal function if treatment exceeds 10 days

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