Clindamycin Dosing

Adults

300-450mg po q6h

Mild Infections

7-10 mg/kg PO/IV q8h

Severe Infections

10-13mg/kg IV q8h, dose limit of 3.6 g/day IV

All Ages
Weight Less Than 1.2 kg

5 mg/kg IV q12h

0-7 Days of Age
Weight 1.2 - 2 kg

5 mg/kg IV q12h

0-7 Days of Age
Weight Greater Than 2 kg

5 mg/kg IV q8h

Greater Than 7 Days of Age
Weight 1.2 - 2 kg

5 mg/kg IV q8h

Greater Than 7 Days of Age
Weight Greater Than 2 kg

5-7.5 mg/kg IV q6h