Abstract | OBJECTIVES: To review the literature and develop evidence-based guidelines for the use of the antibiotic clindamycin. DATA SOURCES: A search of the MEDLINE database for randomized clinical trials, cohort studies and review articles that examine the therapeutic use or potential adverse effects of clindamycin was undertaken for the years 1966 to 1996. In addition, relevant citations obtained from the references cited in the identified reviews, book chapters and antibiotic guidelines were included. DATA EXTRACTION: Selected articles examining the indications for or adverse effects from the prophylactic or therapeutic use of clindamycin were selected. A level of evidence was assigned to the indication according to published criteria. DATA SYNTHESIS AND CONCLUSIONS:
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Authors | M Smieja |
Journal | The Canadian journal of infectious diseases = Journal canadien des maladies infectieuses
(Can J Infect Dis)
Vol. 9
Issue 1
Pg. 22-8
(Jan 1998)
ISSN: 1180-2332 [Print] Canada |
PMID | 22346533
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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