Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chloral can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Chloral contains chloramphenicol which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which needs to survive. In the absence of protein, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed. It can also kill the bacteria in higher doses. Chloral is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Salmonella species, Rickettsia species, Neisseria meningitidis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, and Staphylococcus pneumoniae.

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Chloral 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 Chloral must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Chloral can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Chloral is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended. 

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

The dosage of Chloral may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. Chloral should be taken empty stomach because food may affect absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.