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Clindamycin

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Clindamycin

Clindamycin

Drug type: Generic ingredient • Branded profile FDA branded products available

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Species: Both

Manufacturer: Multiple FDA labelers

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Clindamycin

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci ( Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius ), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis , Prevotella melaninogenicus , Fusobacterium necrophorum , and Clostridium perfringens , dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus , B. fragilis , P. melaninogenicus , F. necrophorum , and C. perfringens , and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus , B. fragilis , P. melaninogenicus , F. necrophorum , and C. perfringens . For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci ( Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius ), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis , Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum , and Clostridium perfringens , dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens , and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum , and C. perfringens . For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis , and dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, C. perfringens , and B. fragilis . Species commonly shown: Both, Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied, Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied.

Generic name
Clindamycin
Brand names
Antirobe® Capsules, Antirobe Aquadrops®, Clindamycin Hydrochloride Oral Liquid, Clinsol®
Manufacturer
Multiple FDA labelers
Species
Both, Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied, Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Dosage forms
Capsule, Liquid (Solution), Tablet, Liquid
Prescription
Prescription required
Completeness
100%
Validation
Complete
Brand names
Antirobe® Capsules Antirobe Aquadrops® Clindamycin Hydrochloride Oral Liquid Clinsol® Clindamycin Hydrochloride Capsules Clintabs® ClindaRobe™ Clindamycin Hydrochloride Oral Drops ClindaMed™ Oral Drops Clindamycin Hydrochloride Tablets Clindamycin Clindamycin Hydrochloride CLINTABS Antirobe Aquadrops Antirobe ZydaClin
Dosage forms
Capsule Liquid (Solution) Tablet Liquid

Indications / Uses

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci ( Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius ), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis , Prevotella melaninogenicus , Fusobacterium necrophorum , and Clostridium perfringens , dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus , B. fragilis , P. melaninogenicus , F. necrophorum , and C. perfringens , and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus , B. fragilis , P. melaninogenicus , F. necrophorum , and C. perfringens . For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci ( Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius ), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis , Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum , and Clostridium perfringens , dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens , and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum , and C. perfringens . For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis , and dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, C. perfringens , and B. fragilis .

Warnings / Contraindications

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

  • Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

Side Effects

Top reported reactions (openFDA): Vomiting, Death by euthanasia, Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological'), Anorexia, Other abnormal test result NOS, Lack of efficacy - NOS.

FAQ

Both, Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied, Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied

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Capsule, Liquid (Solution), Tablet, Liquid

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Used for:

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci ( Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius ), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains...

Dosing note:

Exact dosing depends on your pet's species, weight, and health status. Use your veterinarian's instructions for the exact dose and schedule.

What to watch for:

  • Vomiting (1 reports)
  • Loss of appetite (1 reports)
  • Epidermal collarette (1 reports)

When to call the vet:

  • Repeated vomiting or diarrhea.
  • Severe lethargy (hard to wake, very low energy).
  • Collapse or fainting.
  • Trouble breathing.
  • Facial swelling or hives.
  • Blood in vomit or stool.

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Major cautions & emergency warning signs

Side effects to monitor:

  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Epidermal collarette

Most reported reactions:

  • Vomiting (1 reports)
  • Loss of appetite (1 reports)
  • Epidermal collarette (1 reports)

Emergency warning signs:

  • Repeated vomiting or diarrhea.
  • Severe lethargy (hard to wake, very low energy).
  • Collapse or fainting.
  • Trouble breathing.

Quick Facts

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Species: Both
Manufacturer: Multiple FDA labelers
Form: Capsule, Liquid, Liquid (Solution), Tablet
Identifiers:
ANADA: 200193 ANADA: 200291 ANADA: 200298 ANADA: 200316 ANADA: 200383 ANADA: 200398 ANADA: 200538 ANADA: 200813 NADA: 120161 NADA: 135940 NDC Package: 13985-957-25 NDC Package: 51311-400-40 NDC Package: 51311-402-75 NDC Package: 51311-404-15 NDC Package: 54771-3043-1 NDC Package: 54771-3044-1 NDC Package: 54771-3045-1 NDC Package: 54771-3179-1 NDC Package: 54771-3179-2 NDC Package: 69043-013-20
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Warnings / Contraindications

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

  • High: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian
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Adverse Reactions

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Tracked signals
32
Reported cases
32
Serious reports
29
Species represented
2
Grouped by Body System
Digestive (5) · Vomiting, Loss of appetite, Drooling Skin & allergy (1) · Application site hair loss Behavior (1) · Behavioral disorder (unspecified) Other (25) · Epidermal collarette, Elevated total bilirubin, Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase
Most Reported Reactions
Reaction Body system Cases Species Serious cases
Digestive 1 Dog 1
Digestive 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1

Species coverage: Dog (26) Cat (6)

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Reaction Body system Species Seriousness Frequency Reports
Digestive Dog Serious - 1
Digestive Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Digestive Dog Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Digestive Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Digestive Dog Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Behavior Dog Serious - 1
Skin & allergy Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
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FOI

15

Clindamycin Hydrochloride Tablets

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FDA Structured Product Label

Clindamycin Hydrochloride Tablets

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Sponsor
Felix Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ANADA
200-813
Status
RX
Form
Tablet
Route
Oral
Composition / specifications
25 mg, 75 mg, and 150 mg

Dogs

Indication

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.

Dosage

Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 mg per pound (/lb) body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 mg/lb body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.

Antirobe® Capsules

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Antirobe® Capsules

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Sponsor
Zoetis Inc.
NADA
120-161
Status
RX
Form
Capsule
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each capsule contains the equivalent of 25, 75, 150 or 300 milligrams of clindamycin as the hydrated hydrochloride salt.

Dogs

Indication

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.

Dosage

Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.

Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

ClindaMed™ Oral Drops

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ClindaMed™ Oral Drops

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Sponsor
Bimeda Animal Health Limited
ANADA
200-538
Status
RX
Form
Liquid
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each mL contains clindamycin hydrochloride equivalent to 25 mg clindamycin.

<strong>Dogs</strong>

Indication
For the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions listed below:

Skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to coagulase positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or Staphylococcus intermedius). Deep wounds and abscesses due to Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum and Clostridium perfringens.

Dental infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum and Clostridium perfringens.

Osteomyelitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum and Clostridium perfringens.

Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 mg per pound body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days.

Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 mg/lb body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.

Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

<strong>Cats</strong>

Indication
Skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus intermedius, Streptococcus spp. Deep wounds and abscesses due to Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis.

Dental infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus intermedius, Streptococcus spp., Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis.

Dosage
5.0 to 15.0 mg/lb body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

Clindamycin Hydrochloride Oral Drops

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Clindamycin Hydrochloride Oral Drops

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Sponsor
First Priority, Inc.
ANADA
200-398
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Solution)
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of solution contains the equivalent of 25 milligrams (mg) clindamycin as the hydrochloride salt.

Dogs

Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium ecrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Cats

Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis, and dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, C. perfringens, and B. fragilis
Dosage
5.0 to 15.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Antirobe Aquadrops®

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Antirobe Aquadrops®

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Sponsor
Zoetis Inc.
NADA
135-940
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Solution)
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of solution contains the equivalent of 25 milligrams (mg) clindamycin as the hydrochloride salt.

Dogs

Indication

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.

Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Cats

Indication

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis, and dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, C. perfringens, and B. fragilis.

Dosage
5.0 to 15.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Clindamycin Hydrochloride Oral Liquid

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Clindamycin Hydrochloride Oral Liquid

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Sponsor
Cronus Pharma Specialities India Private Ltd.
ANADA
200-193
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Solution)
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of 8.64 percent alcoholic solution contains the equivalent of 25 milligrams of clindamycin (as the hydrochloride).

Cats

Indication
Aerobic bacteria: Treatment of soft tissue infections (wounds and abscesses) and dental infections caused by or associated with susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, S. intermedius, and Streptococcus species Anaerobic bacteria: Treatment of soft tissue infections (deep wounds and abscesses) and dental infections caused by or associated with susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis.
Dosage
5.0 to 10.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days (11 to 22 milligrams per kilogram of body weight per day).
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Dogs

Indication
For treatment of osteomyelitis caused by susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, and osteomyelitis caused by or associated with susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens.
Dosage
Osteomyelitis: 5.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Indication
For use in dogs for treatment of soft tissue infections (wounds and abscesses) and dental infections caused by susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus and for soft tissue infections (deep wounds and abscesses) and dental infections caused by or associated with susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Clindamycin Hydrochloride Capsules

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Clindamycin Hydrochloride Capsules

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Sponsor
Cronus Pharma Specialities India Private Ltd.
ANADA
200-298
Status
RX
Form
Capsule
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each capsule contains the equivalent of 25, 75, or 150 milligrams of clindamycin as the hydrated hydrochloride salt.

Dogs

Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

ClindaRobe™

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ClindaRobe™

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Sponsor
Teva Canada Ltd.
ANADA
200-383
Status
RX
Form
Capsule
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
<span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Verdana; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'">Each capsule contains the equivalent of 25, 75, or 150 mg of clindamycin.</span>

Dogs

Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Clinsol®

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Clinsol®

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Sponsor
Virbac AH, Inc.
ANADA
200-291
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Solution)
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of solution contains the equivalent of 25 milligrams (mg) clindamycin as the hydrochloride salt.

Dogs

Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or (S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of (Bacteroides fragilis, (Prevotella melaninogenicus, (Fusobacterium necrophorum, and (Clostridium perfringens; dental infections due to susceptible strains of (S. aureus, (B. fragilis, (P. melaninogenicus, (F. necrophorum, and (C. perfringens; and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of (S. aureus, (B. fragilis, (P. melaninogenicus, (F. necrophorum, and (C. perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Cats

Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus spp.; deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis; and dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus spp., C. perfringens, and B. fragilis.
Dosage
5.0 to 15.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Clintabs®

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Clintabs®

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Sponsor
Virbac AH, Inc.
ANADA
200-316
Status
RX
Form
Tablet
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each tablet contains the equivalent of 25, 75 or 150 milligrams of clindamycin as the hydrochloride salt.

Dogs

Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Clindamycin Hydrochloride SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Clindamycin Hydrochloride. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Clindamycin Hydrochloride SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Clindamycin Hydrochloride. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

CLINTABS SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for CLINTABS. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Antirobe SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Antirobe. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Antirobe Aquadrops SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Antirobe Aquadrops. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

ZydaClin SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for ZydaClin. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Clindamycin SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Clindamycin. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

FOI Summary oA 200-813 Approved June 27, 2025.pdf

FOI · FOI

ucm069817.pdf

FOI · FOI

UCM355629.pdf

FOI · FOI

ucm061348.pdf

FOI · FOI

ucm069874.pdf

FOI · FOI

UCM454278.pdf

FOI · FOI

N135940_Supp_11_16_89(2).pdf

FOI · FOI

UCM061610.pdf

FOI · FOI

UCM061609.pdf

FOI · FOI

A200193_Org_8_1_1997.pdf

FOI · FOI

ucm061743.pdf

FOI · FOI

ucm061742.pdf

FOI · FOI

ucm061338.pdf

FOI · FOI

ucm061719.pdf

FOI · FOI

ucm061770.pdf

FOI · FOI

Veterinary reference (advanced)

Canonical medication sections are above. This legacy block remains available for deeper cross-reference without cluttering the primary workflow.

At a Glance

Quick facts and links to official labeling and safety signals.

Data freshness
  • Storefront facts: Source Roxee | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
    The storefront fact projection used for browse cards and quick facts.
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA: Source FDA | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
    Applications/products are imported from FDA export data.
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA previews: Source FDA | Refreshed Feb 9, 2026, 3:05 AM UTC
    Label highlights/doc links are fetched from FDA preview endpoints.
  • Animal Drug Product Listing Directory (NDC): Source FDA | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
    Package/product NDCs from FDA’s electronic listing directory (XLS).
  • openFDA reaction terms: Source FDA openFDA | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC
  • openFDA case summaries: Source FDA openFDA | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC
Official (FDA)
Identity: Generic ingredient • FDA branded products available
Official FDA brands: Antirobe Antirobe Aquadrops CLINTABS Clindamycin Clindamycin Hydrochloride ZydaClin
Manufacturer mapping: Multiple FDA labelers
Case-reported brands (openFDA): MSK
Catalog species: Both FDA-labeled species: Cat, Dog
Rx/OTC: RX
Form/route: Capsule, Liquid, Liquid (Solution), Tablet Oral
Applications: ANADA 200-813 • NADA 120-161 • ANADA 200-538 • ANADA 200-398 • NADA 135-940 • ANADA 200-193 • ANADA 200-298 • ANADA 200-383 • ANADA 200-291 • ANADA 200-316
NDC: Packages 13985-957-25 51311-400-40 51311-402-75 51311-404-15 54771-3043-1 54771-3044-1 Products 13985 51311 54771 69043 86101 86136
Documents: 15 (FOI: 15) • SPL: 10 Label highlights Official documents
Safety (openFDA)
Top reactions: Dog 50 Cat 14 View
Case summaries: 10 (showing 8) View
openFDA reports are unverified and do not prove causation.

Explore
Linked using: Fda_Label (0.95), Fda_Label (0.95)

Diagnosis Codes

Diagnosis-code mappings are not available for this medication yet.

Counseling and Monitoring Highlights

Global Pet owner/Vet mode is controlled in the header. This section avoids duplicate in-page persona tabs.

Owner-facing counseling points
  • Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian (Contraindication, High)
Top reaction signals
Vomiting (1) Loss of appetite (1) Epidermal collarette (1) Elevated total bilirubin (1) Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase (1) Elevated liver enzymes NOS (1) Elevated globulins (1) Elevated alanine aminotransferase (1)

Identifiers & Packages

Normalized identifiers (NDC/NADA/ANADA) and package metadata from regulator listings.

Identifiers
ANADA: 200193 ANADA: 200291 ANADA: 200298 ANADA: 200316 ANADA: 200383 ANADA: 200398 ANADA: 200538 ANADA: 200813 NADA: 120161 NADA: 135940 NDC Package: 13985-957-25 NDC Package: 51311-400-40 NDC Package: 51311-402-75 NDC Package: 51311-404-15 NDC Package: 54771-3043-1 NDC Package: 54771-3044-1 NDC Package: 54771-3045-1 NDC Package: 54771-3179-1 NDC Package: 54771-3179-2 NDC Package: 69043-013-20 NDC Package: 69043-014-20 NDC Package: 69043-015-01 NDC Package: 69043-015-05 NDC Package: 69043-016-01
Package NDC Product NDC Form / Route Status
13985-957-25 13985 -
51311-400-40 51311 -
51311-402-75 51311 -
51311-404-15 51311 -
54771-3043-1 54771 -
54771-3044-1 54771 -
54771-3045-1 54771 -
54771-3179-1 54771 -
54771-3179-2 54771 -
69043-013-20 69043 -
69043-014-20 69043 -
69043-015-01 69043 -
69043-015-05 69043 -
69043-016-01 69043 -
86101-052-18 86101 -
86101-053-15 86101 -
86101-054-11 86101 -
86136-147-03 86136 -
86136-148-03 86136 -

Enriched Documents

Documents are tiered by source trust: Official, Clinical, Manufacturer, Marketing.

  • Clindamycin Hydrochloride SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Clindamycin Hydrochloride SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • CLINTABS SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Antirobe SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Antirobe Aquadrops SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • ZydaClin SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Clindamycin SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • FOI Summary oA 200-813 Approved June 27, 2025.pdf • FOI summary • Official • July 1, 2025
    FDA FOI summary for application 200813
  • ucm069817.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Dec. 10, 2019
    FDA FOI summary for application 120161
  • UCM355629.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Oct. 2, 2018
    FDA FOI summary for application 200538
  • ucm061348.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Dec. 27, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 200398
  • N135940_Supp_11_16_89(2).pdf • FOI summary • Official • July 11, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 135940
  • UCM454278.pdf • FOI summary • Official • July 11, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 135940
  • ucm069874.pdf • FOI summary • Official • July 11, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 135940
  • A200193_Org_8_1_1997.pdf • FOI summary • Official • May 22, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 200193
  • UCM061609.pdf • FOI summary • Official • May 22, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 200193
  • UCM061610.pdf • FOI summary • Official • May 22, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 200193
  • ucm061338.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200383
  • ucm061770.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200316
  • ucm061742.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200298
  • ucm061743.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200298
  • ucm061719.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 200291

Data Sources & Change Log

Every non-trivial field is expected to include provenance and update timestamps.

Official 57 Clinical 1 Manufacturer 0 Marketing 0
Current Field Facts
  • side_effects: Top reported reactions (openFDA): Vomiting, Death by euthanasia, Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological'), Anorexia, Other abnor… (Clinical, 2026-04-11)
  • contraindications: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed v… (Official, 2026-04-12)
  • contraindications: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed v… (Official, 2026-04-11)
  • contraindications: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed v… (Official, 2026-02-12)
  • indications: CLINDAROBE Capsules is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions list… (Official, 2026-05-05)
  • indications: CLINDAROBE Capsules is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions list… (Official, 2026-05-03)
  • indications: CLINDAROBE Capsules is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions list… (Official, 2026-05-02)
  • indications: CLINDAROBE Capsules is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions list… (Official, 2026-04-29)
  • indications: CLINDAROBE Capsules is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions list… (Official, 2026-04-28)
  • indications: CLINDAROBE Capsules is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions list… (Official, 2026-04-27)
  • indications: CLINDAROBE Capsules is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions list… (Official, 2026-04-26)
  • indications: CLINDAROBE Capsules is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions list… (Official, 2026-04-25)
  • indications: CLINDAROBE Capsules is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions list… (Official, 2026-04-22)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-05-05)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-05-03)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-05-02)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-04-29)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-04-28)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-04-27)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-04-26)
Recent Revisions
  • side_effects updated 2026-04-12 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-04-12 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-04-12 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • side_effects updated 2026-04-11 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-04-11 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-04-11 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • side_effects updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields

FDA Products & Applications (Animal Drugs @ FDA)

Official sponsor/proprietary-name/application-status records linked by active ingredient.

Product Sponsor Application Status Published
Clindamycin Hydrochloride Tablets
RX
Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Tablet Oral
Felix Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. ANADA 200-813 Approved Jul 1, 2025
Antirobe® Capsules
RX
Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Capsule Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 120-161 Approved Dec 10, 2019
ClindaMed™ Oral Drops
RX
Clindamycin
Liquid Oral
Bimeda Animal Health Limited ANADA 200-538 Approved Oct 2, 2018
Clindamycin Hydrochloride Oral Drops
RX
Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Liquid (Solution) Oral
First Priority, Inc. ANADA 200-398 Approved Dec 27, 2017
Antirobe Aquadrops®
RX
Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Liquid (Solution) Oral
Zoetis Inc. NADA 135-940 Approved Jul 11, 2017
Clindamycin Hydrochloride Oral Liquid
RX
Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Liquid (Solution) Oral
Cronus Pharma Specialities India Private Ltd. ANADA 200-193 Approved May 22, 2017
Clindamycin Hydrochloride Capsules
RX
Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Capsule Oral
Cronus Pharma Specialities India Private Ltd. ANADA 200-298 Approved Jun 1, 2016
ClindaRobe™
RX
Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Capsule Oral
Teva Canada Ltd. ANADA 200-383 W Jun 1, 2016
Clinsol®
RX
Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Liquid (Solution) Oral
Virbac AH, Inc. ANADA 200-291 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Clintabs®
RX
Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Tablet Oral
Virbac AH, Inc. ANADA 200-316 Approved Jun 1, 2016

Data source: FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA (public search export).

What It's For (FDA Label Highlights)

Extracted from FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA product labeling. Always confirm details with your veterinarian.

Composition / specifications
25 mg, 75 mg, and 150 mg
Dogs
Indication

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.

Dosage

Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 mg per pound (/lb) body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 mg/lb body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.

Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each capsule contains the equivalent of 25, 75, 150 or 300 milligrams of clindamycin as the hydrated hydrochloride salt.
Dogs
Indication

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.

Dosage

Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.

Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each mL contains clindamycin hydrochloride equivalent to 25 mg clindamycin.
<strong>Dogs</strong>
Indication
For the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions listed below:

Skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to coagulase positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or Staphylococcus intermedius). Deep wounds and abscesses due to Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum and Clostridium perfringens.

Dental infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum and Clostridium perfringens.

Osteomyelitis due to Staphylococcus aureus, Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum and Clostridium perfringens.

Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 mg per pound body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days.

Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 mg/lb body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.

Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian
<strong>Cats</strong>
Indication
Skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus intermedius, Streptococcus spp. Deep wounds and abscesses due to Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis.

Dental infections due to Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus intermedius, Streptococcus spp., Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis.

Dosage
5.0 to 15.0 mg/lb body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of solution contains the equivalent of 25 milligrams (mg) clindamycin as the hydrochloride salt.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium ecrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Cats
Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis, and dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, C. perfringens, and B. fragilis
Dosage
5.0 to 15.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of solution contains the equivalent of 25 milligrams (mg) clindamycin as the hydrochloride salt.
Dogs
Indication

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.

Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Cats
Indication

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis, and dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, C. perfringens, and B. fragilis.

Dosage
5.0 to 15.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of 8.64 percent alcoholic solution contains the equivalent of 25 milligrams of clindamycin (as the hydrochloride).
Cats
Indication
Aerobic bacteria: Treatment of soft tissue infections (wounds and abscesses) and dental infections caused by or associated with susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, S. intermedius, and Streptococcus species Anaerobic bacteria: Treatment of soft tissue infections (deep wounds and abscesses) and dental infections caused by or associated with susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis.
Dosage
5.0 to 10.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days (11 to 22 milligrams per kilogram of body weight per day).
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Dogs
Indication
For treatment of osteomyelitis caused by susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, and osteomyelitis caused by or associated with susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens.
Dosage
Osteomyelitis: 5.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Indication
For use in dogs for treatment of soft tissue infections (wounds and abscesses) and dental infections caused by susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus and for soft tissue infections (deep wounds and abscesses) and dental infections caused by or associated with susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each capsule contains the equivalent of 25, 75, or 150 milligrams of clindamycin as the hydrated hydrochloride salt.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
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Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter of solution contains the equivalent of 25 milligrams (mg) clindamycin as the hydrochloride salt.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or (S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of (Bacteroides fragilis, (Prevotella melaninogenicus, (Fusobacterium necrophorum, and (Clostridium perfringens; dental infections due to susceptible strains of (S. aureus, (B. fragilis, (P. melaninogenicus, (F. necrophorum, and (C. perfringens; and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of (S. aureus, (B. fragilis, (P. melaninogenicus, (F. necrophorum, and (C. perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Cats
Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus spp.; deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis; and dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus spp., C. perfringens, and B. fragilis.
Dosage
5.0 to 15.0 milligrams per pound of body weight every 24 hours for a maximum of 14 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each tablet contains the equivalent of 25, 75 or 150 milligrams of clindamycin as the hydrochloride salt.
Dogs
Indication
For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci (Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis, Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum, and Clostridium perfringens, dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens, and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens.
Dosage
Wounds, abscesses, and dental infections: 2.5 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a maximum of 28 days. Osteomyelitis: 5.0 to 15 milligrams per pound of body weight every 12 hours for a minimum of 28 days.
Limitations
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Usage

For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci ( Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius ), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis , Prevotella melaninogenicus , Fusobacterium necrophorum , and Clostridium perfringens , dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus , B. fragilis , P. melaninogenicus , F. necrophorum , and C. perfringens , and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus , B. fragilis , P. melaninogenicus , F. necrophorum , and C. perfringens . For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of coagulase-positive staphylococci ( Staphylococcus aureus or S. intermedius ), deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Bacteroides fragilis , Prevotella melaninogenicus, Fusobacterium necrophorum , and Clostridium perfringens , dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum, and C. perfringens , and osteomyelitis due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, B. fragilis, P. melaninogenicus, F. necrophorum , and C. perfringens . For the treatment of skin infections (wounds and abscesses) due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, deep wounds and abscesses due to susceptible strains of Clostridium perfringens and Bacteroides fragilis , and dental infections due to susceptible strains of S. aureus, S. intermedius, Streptococcus species, C. perfringens , and B. fragilis .

Source: FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA • Reference

Contraindications

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

Top Reported Reactions (openFDA)

De-duplicated reaction terms grouped by body system from FDA openFDA reports (not verified; does not prove causation).

Digestive
Vomiting (1) • Dog Loss of appetite (1) • Dog Drooling (1) • Dog Diarrhea (1) • Dog Decreased appetite (1) • Dog

Showing top 5 for Digestive.

Skin & allergy
Application site hair loss (1) • Cat

Showing top 5 for Skin & allergy.

Behavior
Behavioral disorder (1) • Dog

Showing top 5 for Behavior.

Other
Epidermal collarette (1) • Dog Elevated total bilirubin (1) • Dog Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase (1) • Dog Elevated liver enzymes NOS (1) • Dog Elevated globulins (1) • Dog
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Elevated blood urea nitrogen (1) • Cat Elevated alanine aminotransferase (1) • Dog Electrolyte disorder (1) • Dog Ear pain (1) • Dog Ear irritation (1) • Dog Ear infection NOS (1) • Dog Ear canal inflammation (1) • Dog Dilated pupils (1) • Cat Dermal thickening (1) • Dog Decreased cholesterol (1) • Dog Death by euthanasia (1) • Cat Death (1) • Cat Corneal ulcer (1) • Dog Corneal oedema (1) • Dog Corneal disorder NOS (1) • Dog Conjunctival oedema (1) • Dog Collapse NOS (1) • Dog Application site excoriation (1) • Cat Abnormal menace reflex test (1) • Dog Abnormal cytology (1) • Dog

Showing top 5 for Other.

Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.

Adverse Event Case Summaries (openFDA)

These are individual FDA adverse event reports. They are unverified and do not prove the medication caused the reaction.

Dog, ['Chihuahua', 'Dog (unknown)'], Female, 20 week, 2.26 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Oral • Reactions: Icterus, Death, Other abnormal test result NOS, Elevated liver enzymes NOS, Swollen joint… • Outcome: Died

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-074897
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Female
  • Age: 20.00 Week
  • Weight: 2.260 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Oral
Reactions Reported:
Icterus Death Other abnormal test result NOS Elevated liver enzymes NOS Swollen joint Localised hair loss Skin lesion NOS Conjunctival oedema Corneal oedema Skin scab Swollen limb Tiredness (lethargy) Loss of appetite Ear infection NOS Local swelling
Outcomes: Died

Dog, Spitz - German Pomeranian, Female, 4 year, 1.633 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unassigned, Unknown • Reactions: Decreased appetite, Vomiting bile, Diarrhea, Electrolyte disorder, Hypoalbuminaemia… • Outcome: Ongoing

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-071574
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Female
  • Age: 4.00 Year
  • Weight: 1.633 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
  • Form: Unassigned
Reactions Reported:
Decreased appetite Vomiting bile Diarrhea Electrolyte disorder Hypoalbuminaemia Decreased cholesterol Low creatinine Weight loss
Outcomes: Ongoing

Dog, Dog (unknown), Male, 15 year, 14.969 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unassigned, Unknown • Reactions: Head tilt - neurological disorder, Walking difficulty, Vomiting, Skin and tissue infection NOS, General illness… • Outcome: Died

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-071565
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 15.00 Year
  • Weight: 14.969 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
  • Form: Unassigned
Reactions Reported:
Head tilt - neurological disorder Walking difficulty Vomiting Skin and tissue infection NOS General illness Death
Outcomes: Died

Cat, Domestic Shorthair, Female, 15 year, 3.175 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Oral • Reactions: Not eating, Head tilt - ear disorder, Elevated blood urea nitrogen • Outcome: Ongoing

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-072712
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Female
  • Age: 15.00 Year
  • Weight: 3.175 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Oral
Reactions Reported:
Not eating Head tilt - ear disorder Elevated blood urea nitrogen
Outcomes: Ongoing

Dog, ['Terrier (unspecified)', 'Dog (unknown)'], Male, 9 year, 18.14 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unknown • Reactions: Behavioral disorder (unspecified), Epidermal collarette, Hepatic toxicosis, Dermal thickening, Pyoderma… • Outcome: Died

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-074320
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 9.00 Year
  • Weight: 18.140 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
Reactions Reported:
Behavioral disorder (unspecified) Epidermal collarette Hepatic toxicosis Dermal thickening Pyoderma Joint swelling Local swelling Skin ulcer Tiredness (lethargy) Itching Hair loss NOS Death Inappetence
Outcomes: Died

Dog, Terrier - Boston, Male, 11 year, 12.247 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unassigned, Unknown • Reactions: Ear irritation, Polyp, Eye inflammation NOS, Eye irritation, Abnormal cytology… • Outcome: Ongoing

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-070095
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 11.00 Year
  • Weight: 12.247 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
  • Form: Unassigned
Reactions Reported:
Ear irritation Polyp Eye inflammation NOS Eye irritation Abnormal cytology Scratching Medication error NOS Ear pain Ear canal inflammation Corneal disorder NOS Corneal oedema Corneal ulcer Increased intra-ocular pressure
Outcomes: Ongoing

Cat, Male • Drug: MSK, Solution, Oral, Dose: 25 Milligram per ml, Frequency: 2 per day • Reactions: Neurological symptoms NOS • Outcome: Euthanized

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-073374
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Male
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Oral
  • Form: Solution
  • Dose: 25 Milligram per ml
  • Frequency: 2 per day
Reactions Reported:
Neurological symptoms NOS
Outcomes: Euthanized

Dog, ['Terrier (unspecified)', 'Dog (unknown)'], Male, 9 year, 18.14 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unknown • Reactions: Behavioral disorder (unspecified), Epidermal collarette, Hepatic toxicosis, Dermal thickening, Pyoderma… • Outcome: Died

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-068424
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: Yes
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 9.00 Year
  • Weight: 18.140 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
Reactions Reported:
Behavioral disorder (unspecified) Epidermal collarette Hepatic toxicosis Dermal thickening Pyoderma Joint swelling Local swelling Skin ulcer Tiredness (lethargy) Itching Hair loss NOS Death Inappetence
Outcomes: Died

Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.

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