Klorum Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Klorum Benefits & Uses

Klorum is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Ear Infection
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Salmonella
Psittacosis
Eye Infections
Eye Allergies
Uveitis

Klorum Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Klorum Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Klorum is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea

Klorum Related Warnings

Is the use of Klorum safe for pregnant women?

Klorum should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Klorum safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Klorum. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Klorum on the Kidneys?

Klorum rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Klorum on the Liver?

Klorum may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Klorum on the Heart?

Klorum may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Klorum with Other Drugs

Klorum should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Klorum Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Klorum unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Klorum

Is this Klorum habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Klorum is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Klorum does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Klorum is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Klorum in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Klorum Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Klorum

Some foods when eaten with Klorum can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Klorum

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Klorum and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Klorum

Question over 5 years ago

Does Klorum cause fever?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Klorum has been reported to cause fever and chills but this occurs in a few cases. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try taking antipyretics (drugs that reduces fever, such as paracetamol) if the fever relapses again then discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Klorum cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Klorum does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Klorum.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Klorum without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Klorum is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Klorum contain penicillin?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Klorum does not contain penicillin. It contains chloramphenicol which belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin. It is also used for those patients who are allergic to penicillin and are suffering from the serious bacterial infection.

Question about 6 years ago

Does Klorum cause gray baby syndrome?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Klorum may cause gray baby syndorme in newborn infants especially in premature baby, if this drug is given in higher doses. Gray baby syndrome is a rare side effect that occurs due to accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the newborn infant. The cause of gray baby syndrome is that the newborn baby lacks the some liver enzymes which are necessary to metabolize and removes this drug from the body. The accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the body leads to toxicity which causes development of symptoms such as vomiting, gray color of the skin, blue discolouration of lips and skin. To avoid gray baby syndrome the doses of Klorum must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.