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Is Clindamycin a safe alternative to be prescribed in case of Penicillin allergy?

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Published At June 5, 2022
Reviewed AtOctober 16, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had a bad tooth and needed it to be removed when it showed an infection. The dentist provided me with Clindamycin as I am allergic to Penicillin and Amoxicillin, and they both induce anaphylaxis every time I try to take them. So I wanted to be sure that the Clindamycin was fine? I am really nervous when it comes to taking antibiotics.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Usually, in Penicillin allergic patients, Clindamycin can be given. But, still, if you want to make sure that you do not have an allergy to that as well, you can get an allergy test done for different antibiotics to be certain and find out which ones are safe for you.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Naveen Thomas
Dr. Naveen Thomas

Dentistry

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