Who should not take Cleocin T?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

Cleocin T should not be used by children under 12 years of age because safety and efficacy have not been determined. Sufficient studies have not been conducted to determine if people over 65 years of age respond differently than younger people, so care should be exercised when this medication is used by the elderly. This is known as a Category B drug, so pregnant women or women planning on becoming pregnant should discuss the potential risks with their doctor prior to taking this medication. Nursing women should be aware that it is not certain if the topical version of this drug is absorbed enough into the bloodstream to be passed through breast milk.

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