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Chloraxin Suspension Information

Chloraxin Suspension is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Chloraxin Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Chloraxin Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Chloraxin Suspension as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Chloraxin Suspension are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Chloraxin Suspension has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Chloraxin Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Chloraxin Suspension related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Chloraxin Suspension since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Chloraxin Suspension contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Chloraxin Suspension have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Chloraxin Suspension is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Chloraxin Benefits & Uses
Chloraxin Dosage & How to Take
Chloraxin Side Effects
Chloraxin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Chloraxin with Other Drugs
Chloraxin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Chloraxin
Chloraxin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Chloraxin Suspension Benefits & Uses

Chloraxin Suspension 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

Chloraxin Suspension 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
Adult	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
Geriatric	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml

Chloraxin Suspension Side Effects

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

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea

Chloraxin Suspension Related Warnings

Is the use of Chloraxin Suspension safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Chloraxin. If you are pregnant, do not take Chloraxin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Chloraxin Suspension safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Chloraxin Suspension on the Kidneys?

Chloraxin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Chloraxin Suspension on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Chloraxin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chloraxin Suspension on the Heart?

Chloraxin 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 Chloraxin Suspension with Other Drugs

Chloraxin Suspension 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

Chloraxin Suspension Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Chloraxin Suspension

Is this Chloraxin Suspension habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Chloraxin Suspension.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Chloraxin Suspension since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Chloraxin Suspension only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Chloraxin Suspension is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Chloraxin Suspension Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chloraxin Suspension

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Chloraxin Suspension to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Chloraxin Suspension

Information about the interaction of Chloraxin Suspension and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Chloraxin Suspension

Question over 5 years ago

Does Chloraxin cause blurred vision?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Chloraxin can cause blurred vision (optic neuritis) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug and it is reversible in nature. Usually, the vision is restored after discontinuation of this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Chloraxin?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Take Chloraxin as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Chloraxin helpful in typhoid?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Chloraxin is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Chloraxin cause anemia?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Chloraxin might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Chloraxin induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Chloraxin treat meningitis?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Chloraxin can treat meningitis. It is a bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis that causes inflammation of the meninges around the brain and spinal cord. The duration of the treatment is usually 2 weeks.