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Clindamycin does not interact with coumadin directly, though clindamycin is shown to cause liver damage, If this is the case the coumadin can increase INR greater than expected..Regards, kindly click ACCEPT if i have answered to your satisfation, a positive feedback and a bonus will be highly appreciated..esolved Question: my mother take coumadin and was given clindamycin for a tooth infection. Her INR is now 4.8. Her dentist told her that the antibiotic should not interact with her coumadin.
DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Clindamycin is an antibiotic used for treating serious infections. It is effective again several types of bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus epidermidis, and Propionibacterium acnes. It reduces growth of bacteria by interfering with their ability to make proteins. The FDA approved clindamycin in February 1970. PRESCRIBED FOR: Clindamycin is used for treatment of serious infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is most often used for treating penicillin-allergic patients or in other situations where penicillin or other alternative antibiotics cannot be used.