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Clindamycin

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Clindamycin

Lincosamide: Clindamycin

Most common uses

– Anaerobic bacteria – Gram-positive cocci Commonly used in Streptococcus and Staphylococcus infections

Mechanism of Action

– Binds the 50S subunit Blocks protein synthesis

Adverse effects

– Diarrhea – Clostridium difficile colitis – Rash

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