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Chlorocol H, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment. Chlorocol H also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Chlorocol H 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Chlorocol H also has some side effects, the most common being Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Abdominal Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Chlorocol H can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Chlorocol H are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Chlorocol H's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Chlorocol H has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Chlorocol H related warnings section.
Chlorocol H is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Chlorocol H are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Chlorocol H with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Chlorocol H is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Chlorocol H is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Chlorocol H safe for pregnant women?
Chlorocol H may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Chlorocol H, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Chlorocol H safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Chlorocol H on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Chlorocol H will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Chlorocol H on the Kidneys?
Chlorocol H may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Chlorocol H on the Liver?
Chlorocol H can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Chlorocol H on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Chlorocol H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Chlorocol H should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlorocol H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chlorocol H habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Chlorocol H is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Chlorocol H
There is no information on the effects of taking Chlorocol H with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlorocol H
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Chlorocol H and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Chlorocol H can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Chlorocol H is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.
Chlorocol H 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. Chlorocol H 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.
Yes, Chlorocol H can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.
Chlorocol H is a brand name of chloramphenicol and it comes in the various dosage forms such as an oral tablet, capsule, syrup, and eye drops. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of psittacosis also known as parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
Take Chlorocol H as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
This medicine data has been created by -
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