Clindamycin | Bacterial Targets, Mechanism of Action, Adverse Effects

The video tutorial discusses Clindamycin, a lincosamide antibiotic, highlighting its absorption, bone penetration, and inability to cross the blood-brain barrier. It targets gram-positive aerobes and anaerobes, treating infections like osteomyelitis and toxic shock syndrome. Clindamycin inhibits protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosome, acting as a bacteriostatic or bactericidal agent. Side effects include pseudomembranous colitis and gastrointestinal issues.

What infections can Clindamycin be used to treat?

In what situations can Clindamycin be used in conjunction with other antibiotics?