Brief Answer:
Stool colour change may be due to other reasons.
Detailed Answer:
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Stool colour change may be due to other reasons like related to your diet.
Stool colour change shouldn't be the cause of concern.
Main problem associated with this drug is diarrhea.It is associated with bacteria Clostridium difficile.In these cases stool culture and examination is done and it should be treated vigorously.It is found only in 1% of the cases.Other side effects of this drug are nausea,vomiting,abdominal pain etc.
These side effects develop during treatment or some days after the therapy.So,if you develop these symptoms you should consult your doctor.
Get well soon.
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Dr.Indu XXXXXXX
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Will Clindamycin Cause Rust Color Stools?
Brief Answer:
Stool colour change may be due to other reasons.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXX
Thanks for writing to XXXXXXX
Stool colour change may be due to other reasons like related to your diet.
Stool colour change shouldn't be the cause of concern.
Main problem associated with this drug is diarrhea.It is associated with bacteria Clostridium difficile.In these cases stool culture and examination is done and it should be treated vigorously.It is found only in 1% of the cases.Other side effects of this drug are nausea,vomiting,abdominal pain etc.
These side effects develop during treatment or some days after the therapy.So,if you develop these symptoms you should consult your doctor.
Get well soon.
Hope i have answered your query.
Further queries are most welcome.
Take Care
Dr.Indu XXXXXXX