Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for Markham Stouffville Hospital

Clindamycin Dosing (Mild)

Adults

300-450mg po TID

Children

  • 5-7.5 mg/kg PO q8h OR

  • 7-10 mg/kg PO q8h

Neonates

All Ages
Weight Less Than 1.2kg

5 mg/kg/dose IV q12h

0-7 Days of Age
Weight 1.2 - 2kg

5 mg/kg/dose IV q12h

0-7 Days of Age
Weight Greater Than 2kg

5 mg/kg/dose IV q8h

Greater Than 7 Days of Age
Weight 1.2 - 2kg

5 mg/kg/dose IV q8h

Greater Than 7 Days of Age
Weight Greater Than 2kg

5-7.5 mg/kg/dose IV q6h