What is dalatina?
Dalatina® is the trademark of amedicine of semi-synthetic originthat uses as an active ingredientclindamycin, a chemical compound belonging to the line of antibiotic medicineswith effect on infectionscaused by various bacteria in the body.
To highlight: This pharmaceutical product is made by the company namedMAVI FARMACÉUTICA, S.A. DE C.V. (1)
What is dalatin for?
- Thanks to the mechanism of action of its active ingredient, dalatina®acts in the inhibitionof bacterial proliferation due to the bacteriostatic power, thus interfering with the formation of the peptic chain during the synthesis of bacterial proteins. This action prevents the development and growth of susceptible microorganisms, eliminating bacteria and consequently infections produced in theskinand their associated symptoms.
- It is used to treat:
Dosage and routes of administration of dalatine
Dalatin is soldin a tube containing gel containingclindamycin® phosphate equivalent to 1 gr. The route of administrationis topicaland the dosage as a referential may be as follows:
- Acne: After performing asepsis on the affected area, place a thin layer with a light massage at least twice a day (morning and evening).
Side effects of dalatine
Treatment with dalatina®may cause some of the following side effects in a certain patient population:
- Possible appearance of allergies due to contact with any component of the drug.
- Dry skin, erythema, skin burning sensation, periocular irritation.
- Acne exacerbation, itching, dryness.
- Possible gastrointestinal reactions, abdominal pain .
- Contact dermatitis .
Important: If any of these symptoms or another not included in the above list appear during treatment with this drug, please stop using it and notify your doctor .
Contraindications and warnings of dalatin
The use of dalatina® is contraindicated in any of the following cases:
- Patient hypersensitivity to any of the components of the formula.
- Children under 12 years of age.
- Patients who are considered atopic.
- During the period of pregnancy without medical supervision.
- During breastfeeding to avoid sensitization and diarrhea .
You should know: The patient must provide all the information regarding their health history, before starting treatment with this drug.
Avoid it if you have:
- History of hypersensitivity to clindamycin or lincomycin .
- History of antibiotic-associated colitis , enteritis, ulcerative colitis, or Crohn ‘s disease .
Warnings:
- Pharmaceutical products such as dalatin® must be administered with a prescription or prescription.
- Avoid contact with the eyes and nasal and oral mucosa.
- Keep in mind that clindamycin interacts with other drugs such as erythromycin , Metronidazole or aminoglycosides, so there must be medical approval for its administration.
- Keep this product out of the reach of children.
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