Damclid 300 Inj is an antibiotic that treats severe/serious bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which inhibits bacterial growth. It shows a bacteriostatic effect, which stops bacterial reproduction but doesn't kill them. Damclid 300 Inj effectively treats infections caused by gram-positive and anaerobic (living without air) bacteria, including susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Clostridium perfringens. Damclid 300 Inj is useful in treating lower respiratory tract infections like pneumonia, empyema, and lung abscess; gynaecological infections like endometritis, nongonococcal tubo-ovarian abscess, pelvic cellulitis, and postsurgical vaginal cuff infection; intra-abdominal infections; septicaemia or sepsis (blood poisoning by bacteria), and bone and joint infections.

FAQs

How does Damclid 300 Inj work?

Damclid 300 Inj is an antibiotic that treats bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which retards bacterial growth.

In which conditions should I stay cautious while using Damclid 300 Inj?

Damclid 300 Inj should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any liver disease, kidney disease, gastrointestinal diseases (colitis, severe stomach cramps, diarrhoea), yellow food dye allergy, and allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema).

I am undergoing vaccination for typhoid this week. Can I use Damclid 300 Inj?

Damclid 300 Inj can affect the live vaccines like typhoid vaccine and decrease its effectiveness. Please consult a doctor before you start Damclid 300 Inj if you are undergoing any vaccinations.

Does Damclid 300 Inj cause abnormal liver function tests?

Damclid 300 Inj may cause abnormal liver function tests as one of its side effects. Please ask your doctor before starting Damclid 300 Inj if you have any history of liver problems.

Does Damclid 300 Inj cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea can be a side-effect of Damclid 300 Inj. Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is also reported during usage of antibiotics like Damclid 300 Inj. Therefore, if you experience diarrhoea, you are advised to undergo an examination to rule out the chances of CDAD following Damclid 300 Inj therapy.