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Clindesse 100 mg/5g

clindamycin phosphate · CREAM · Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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Clindesse is a vaginal cream containing the antibiotic clindamycin, used to treat bacterial vaginosis in women. It is applied directly into the vagina as a single-dose treatment.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Clindesse
Generic Name
clindamycin phosphate
NDC Code (Product)
45802-042
Manufacturer
Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Strength
100 mg/5g
Dosage Form
CREAM
Route
VAGINAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA050793
Marketing Start
07/03/2015

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

drug ineffective371 reports
rash246 reports
drug hypersensitivity228 reports
off label use216 reports
diarrhoea188 reports
nausea181 reports
pain177 reports
fatigue168 reports
pruritus159 reports
condition aggravated138 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Clindesse is a lincosamide antibacterial indicated for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis in non-pregnant women ( 1.1 ) 1.1 Treatment of Bacterial Vaginosis Clindesse is indicated for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (formerly referred to as Haemophilus vaginitis, Gardnerella vaginitis, nonspecific vaginitis, Corynebacterium vaginitis, or anaerobic vaginosis) in non-pregnant women.

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose is the complete contents of a single pre-filled applicator containing 5 g of Clindesse cream administered once intravaginally at any time of the day. Not for ophthalmic, dermal, or oral use. • For intravaginal use only • A single applicator of cream administered once intravaginally at any time of the day ( 2 ) • Not for ophthalmic, dermal, or oral use

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS • History of hypersensitivity to clindamycin or other lincosamides ( 4.1 ) • History of regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis, or a history of Clostridioides difficile- associated diarrhea ( 4.2 , 5.1 ) 4.1 Hypersensitivity Clindesse is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to clindamycin or other lincosamides. Reported reactions to other formulations of clindamycin include rashes, urticaria, erythema multiforme, and anaphylactoid reactions [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . 4.2 History of Bowel Disease Clindesse is contraindicated in patients with regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis, or a history of Clostridioides difficile -associated diarrhea.

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS No formal drug interaction studies have been conducted for Clindesse. Neuromuscular blocking agents: Enhanced action of neuromuscular blocking agents can occur; use with caution ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Neuromuscular Blocking Agents Orally or intravenously administered clindamycin has neuromuscular blocking properties that may enhance the action of other neuromuscular blocking agents. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients receiving such agents.

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions reported in ≥2% of patients and at a higher rate in the Clindesse group than in the placebo group are vaginosis fungal (14%), headache (7%), back pain (5%), constipation (2%), and urinary tract infection (2%) ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Padagis ® at 1-866-634-9120 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Study Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The data described below reflect exposure to Clindesse in 368 patients. Clindesse was studied in three clinical studies: placebo-controlled (n=85), active-controlled (n=263), and single-arm (n=20). The population was female, aged 18 to 78, who were diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis. Patient demographics in the trials were 51% Caucasian, 36% Black, 10% Hispanic, and 3% Asian, other or unknown. All patients received 100 mg clindamycin phosphate cream intravaginally in a single dose. Of the 368 women treated wi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clindesse used for?

Clindesse is a vaginal cream containing the antibiotic clindamycin, used to treat bacterial vaginosis in women. It is applied directly into the vagina as a single-dose treatment.

Is Clindesse a controlled substance?

Clindesse is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Clindesse?

The generic name for Clindesse is clindamycin phosphate. There are 12 other brand versions of clindamycin phosphate.

What is the NDC code for Clindesse 100 mg/5g?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Clindesse 100 mg/5g is 45802-042, listed by Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd.