I've been taking it for three days now and it's almost impossible to keep my eyes open, even after taking my Vyvanse prescribed to me for ADHD. Is this normal?
Does clindamycin HCL usually make a patient very tired?
Question posted by nikuhdeemis on 8 Oct 2012
Last updated on 9 October 2024
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chaseandfaith97
24 April 2018
I started taking this yesterday and cant stay awake every time I take one im out like a light.
SashaBP
20 April 2018
Thank you for this thread. My son is taking Clindamycin and has been exhausted. I Googled its side effects and was getting scared because absolutely nowhere does it list fatigue as a side effect of Clindamycin when it clearly is. The manufacturer needs to update that. This thread put me at ease. Thanks again!
markpainter
7 April 2018
Yes, Clindamycin: Knocked me Out
And I have to Take Something for Sleep
I FeLt Like SUPER MAN
Took Clindamycin & Goodnight
Justmytake
14 March 2018
I just started this medicine (150 mg 3x daily) yesterday. Today after taking the first dose I am extremely tired. I have dosed off at my desk maybe 6 times. I'm shocked that drowsiness is not listed as a side effect.
jrlayton
21 July 2017
Been sick for 2 weeks, taking this for 2 days. Was not sleepy until I started taking it...
angelcakes042
12 July 2017
I've been taking this antibiotic for about 4 days and I'm finding it hard to keep my eyes open and wanting to go to sleep. I've googled the side affects and its not listed. Which shocked me BC I thought for sure it was gonna be a side affect. I never feel/sleep this much.
FranV
15 Aug 2019
Same! I was shocked to discover drowsiness/fatigue /etc was not listed as a side affect! It is comforting to know I am not the only one experiencing extreme tiredness as result of taking this med.
Whitis1038
10 Nov 2023
Hi! I also read that clindamycin is one of the strongest antibiotics on the market today!! The pharmaceutical industry and developers of clindamycin absolutely NEED/MUST change their side effects of taking clindamycin!! BC this side effect could be extremely dangerous for the someone driving and falling asleep while behind the wheel!!! EVERYONE PLEASE TAKE CARE AND HAVE A BLESSED RECOVERY
niblick8
21 June 2017
I don't care what the listed side effects of this drug may claim to be but I also have found it almost impossible to keep my eyes open since taking it.
Deliriumtrigger
21 March 2017
I've had this infection from a tooth for a while. I just took this anti-biotic today. Andi am feeling very tired. My eyes want to close. So seeing how I've had the infection, it is not that making me tired. I haven't seen this listed as a side affect, but I drive for a living, and asked if it could make me tired. The dentist said that it is possible.
Csmith2
22 Aug 2017
Hello ,
This is my first day taking Clindamycin and I feel extremely sleepy as well. Maybe they should do another study because this medicine for sure is making me extra sleepy. I have an abscess on my gums which I was prescribed this medication.
Katherine 676767
4 Oct 2017
I have been feeling exhausted on it this time. Also very bad dull headache that is persistent. It will ease up with Aleve but only to return. Seem to be feeling a little cold too. Hoping it will pass. I have to take this script. I have an abscess tooth and no insurance. Just lucky I have these to take from an appointment this year in Feb, I think it CAN make you feel tired and yucky. I know I feel like crap.
Inactive
8 Oct 2012
Hi nik, by your question, I believe that you have a pretty bad infection, and that is the reason you were prescribed clindamycin. It is a very strong antibiotic, but it does not make a person sleepy. I would guess that you have a serious infection that you are fighting in your body, and that is the reason you are exhausted. You need to give your body the rest that it is screaming for, to overcome this problem that you have. Best wishes to you!
Inactive
8 Oct 2012
Hello nikuhdeemis. I researched your question. Fatique is not a side effect to taking Clindamycin. Nor is it a side effect to possibly taking the two (Vyvance and Clindamycin) Regards pledge
markpainter
5 Feb 2019
Try Taking it
Then Give Us Your Answer
Tiny1966
14 Aug 2020
Yes yes and yes! So says the pharmacist and as do I. Headache extremely tired vivid dreams sweating. And I was also told to double up on probiotics as this one is a hard hitter on the gi system.
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