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Bone Infections

Bone infections, also called osteomyelitis, are painful infections within a bone. They can follow an injury, surgery or another infection, and delayed treatment can lead to lasting problems.

Cipro

Ciprofloxacin

250mg · 500mg · 750mg

Ciprofloxacin tablets for bacterial infections and infectious diarrhoea. It should not be taken with dairy or calcium-fortified drinks, as they reduce absorption.

From$0.49/ tabletView

Cleocin

Clindamycin

150mg

Clindamycin tablets for bacterial and gynaecological infections. It can cause severe diarrhoea, so seek medical advice if watery stools develop.

From$1.94/ tabletView

Key points

  • Risk factors can include diabetes, a foot ulcer, a previous bone infection, a fracture or surgery.
  • Symptoms may include pain, swelling, warmth or feeling unwell, depending on the area affected.
  • Antibiotics are used in treatment, while the wider approach depends on the infection and its effects.

Medicines listed for Bone Infections

The listed products for bone infections are Cipro and Cleocin. Cipro tablets contain Ciprofloxacin, while Cleocin tablets contain Clindamycin. Both ingredients are antibiotics, a medicine class used for bacterial infections. This is a small catalogue selection connected with osteomyelitis.

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