Clindesse Vaginal Cream 2% (CLINDAMYCIN PHOSPHATE SINGLE DOSE CREAM - VAGINAL)

Instructions

This medicine is for use in the vagina. DO NOT take this medicine by mouth.

Use only the applicator that is supplied with the medicine to insert the cream into the vagina.

Keep the medicine at room temperature. Avoid heat and direct light.

Do not use a contraceptive diaphragm or a condom for at least 72 hours after finishing the medicine.

Do not use tampons or douche on the days that you are using the medicine.

Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.

Tell your doctor if symptoms do not get better or if they get worse.

Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.

Cautions

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

Avoid sexual intercourse while on this medicine.

Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Please tell your doctor if you have moderate to severe diarrhea while on this medicine. Do not treat the diarrhea with over-the-counter diarrhea medicine.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

• burning or stinging
• diarrhea
• nausea and vomiting
• stomach upset or abdominal pain
• yeast infection of mouth
• vaginal itching or yeast infection

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

• severe, watery or bloody diarrhea
• fainting
• fast or irregular heart beats
• signs of liver damage (such as yellowing of eye or skin, dark urine, or unusual tiredness)
• severe stomach or bowel pain

A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.