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Is Clindamycin a safe option in cases of Penicillin allergy?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had a bad tooth and needed it to be removed when it showed signs of 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

Education:

BDS

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Dr. Naveen Thomas is an expert in Dentistry. He is experienced and well-versed in all treatment modalities of Dentistry.

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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.

Hope I have solved your query.

I will be happy to help you further.

Thank you.

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Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At June 5, 2022
Reviewed At April 21, 2026

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Naveen Thomas is an expert in Dentistry. He is experienced and well-versed in all treatment modalities of Dentistry.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Dr. Naveen Thomas

Dentistry

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Naveen Thomas is an expert in Dentistry. He is experienced and well-versed in all treatment modalities of Dentistry.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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