The price of clindamycin will vary depending on whether you are paying cash or using insurance. The price with your insurance will depend on your individual plan and the pharmacy you choose.

The cash price for clindamycin will depend on the strength, quantity, dosage form, and the pharmacy you choose.

Clindamycin is prescribed for bacterial infections. It is commonly used for infections of the bones, joints, abdomen, skin, and lungs. It is also used for gynecologic infections, including pelvic inflammatory disease.

It can be used for strep throat, ear infections, and sinus infections when a person cannot take penicillin. It can also be used for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcal aureus (MRSA) infections.

Topical clindamycin can be used for acne and bacterial vaginosis. It is sometimes used off-label for rosacea and hidradenitis suppurativa, which is a painful inflammatory skin condition of the armpits or groin.

Topical and vaginal clindamycin forms are not the same. Only vaginal forms should be used in the vagina. If you are using the vaginal gel or cream, use the applicators supplied by the manufacturer. If you do not have enough applicators, you may have to wash them after use. After inserting, you should lie down to avoid the contents leaking out.

You should avoid sex while using vaginal clindamycin products and for 3 days after use. Ingredients in vaginal clindamycin can weaken condoms, making them ineffective.

While it is an effective antibiotic, it may not be safe for everyone. People who are allergic to clindamycin should avoid using it.

People with kidney disease, liver disease, and those with a history of gastrointestinal disease such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and pseudomembranous colitis should use caution.

Yes, diarrhea is a common side effect of clindamycin and occurs in about 20% of people who use oral clindamycin.

Clindamycin is also associated with Clostridioides difficile infection. This is a form of severe diarrhea due to the antibiotic upsetting the microbiome of the GI tract. It can occur during antibiotic use and up to 3 months after use. Notify your provider if you develop severe diarrhea.