Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic for Severe Bacterial Infections
Elevate infection control in your clinical practice with Cleocin Injection (Clindamycin) 150 mg/mL Vial by Pfizer USPG. This prescription-strength antibiotic, trusted by hospitals and healthcare professionals worldwide, delivers fast, potent bacterial infection treatment with every dose. Each box contains 25 sterile 4 mL vials—each at 150 mg/mL—for precision dosing, rapid onset, and proven efficacy against a wide range of serious gram-positive and anaerobic bacterial pathogens. Pfizer’s Cleocin injection is ideal for intravenous or intramuscular use, supporting patient recovery in both acute and chronic infection scenarios.
Uses and Indications
Cleocin Injection (Clindamycin) is indicated for:
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Severe bacterial infections due to susceptible organisms, including Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, and Pneumococcus species
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Treatment of hospital-acquired infections: MRSA, intra-abdominal infections, septicemia, bone and joint infections, pelvic infections, skin and soft tissue infections, endocarditis prophylaxis
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Alternative in Penicillin-Allergic Patients: Provides effective therapy where beta-lactam antibiotics are contraindicated
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Surgical prophylaxis: Prevention of infection in pre/post-operative care
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Respiratory tract infections: Including pneumonia and empyema
Key Benefits
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Broad-Spectrum Antibacterial Action: Effective against gram-positive cocci, anaerobes, and select MRSA infections.
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Versatile Administration: Suitable for IV and IM use, enabling rapid, systemic infection control in inpatient and outpatient settings.
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Rapid Onset of Action: Quickly delivers high circulating levels to combat severe and life-threatening infections.
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Trusted in Critical Care: Preferred by hospitals for post-surgical, intra-abdominal, respiratory, bone, and skin infections.
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Convenient Hospital Pack: Bulk packaging (25 x 4 mL vials) supports busy clinical workflows and patient care efficiency.
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PFIZER USPG Quality: Manufactured by Pfizer, ensuring uncompromised sterility, efficacy, and safety.
Product Details
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Brand: Cleocin by Pfizer USPG
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Active Ingredient: Clindamycin Phosphate
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Strength: 150 mg/mL (each vial contains 4 mL; total 600 mg per vial)
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Quantity: 25 vials per box
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NDC: 00009-0775-26
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Route: Intravenous (IV) or Intramuscular (IM) injection
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Form: Sterile solution for injection
How Clindamycin Works
Clindamycin, a lincosamide antibiotic, inhibits bacterial protein synthesis at the ribosomal level, leading to aggressive eradication of both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria responsible for serious systemic infections.
Who Should Use This Product?
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Healthcare providers, hospitals, and clinics treating patients with moderate to severe bacterial infections
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ICU and surgical teams needing reliable, injectable antibiotic coverage for complex or resistant infections
- Physicians managing infections in penicillin-allergic patients
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Long-term care and inpatient facilities requiring high-volume, hospital-grade antibiotics
Not for use in: Individuals with a known allergy to clindamycin/lincomycin, or those with previous clindamycin-associated colitis without clinical justification for use.
Possible Side Effects
- Injection site pain or swelling
- Diarrhea (including risk of severe Clostridioides difficile–associated diarrhea)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash or allergic reaction
- Abdominal pain
Serious Side Effects (Seek immediate medical care):
- Severe, persistent diarrhea (signs of C. difficile colitis)
- Anaphylaxis (swelling, hives, difficulty breathing)
- Liver dysfunction (jaundice)
Important Safety and Drug Interaction Information
- Use with caution in patients with a history of GI disease, especially colitis.
- Monitor for superinfection or allergic reaction.
- May interact with muscle relaxants and other neuromuscular blocking agents.
- Not indicated for viral infections (influenza, common cold).
FAQs
How is Cleocin Injection administered? By IV infusion or IM injection, as directed by a healthcare provider.
Is Clindamycin effective against MRSA? Yes, clindamycin is often effective against community-acquired MRSA, but susceptibility testing is recommended.
Can this antibiotic be used for penicillin allergy? Yes, it is a recommended alternative for those unable to tolerate beta-lactams.
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