Clindamycin (Cleocin)

Class of antibiotic > lincosamide – Inhibits protein synthesis (ribosomal translocation) by binding to the 50s subunit of mRNA in bacterial cells.

Dose: 600-900mg IV every eight to 12 hours, diluted in 50-100ml of Normal Saline.

Administration: Methods of administration include elastomeric pumps (“ homeballs”)  and gravity bags.