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Clariwok, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Clariwok also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Clariwok depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Clariwok can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Clariwok 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clariwok is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Clariwok's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clariwok contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Clariwok with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Clariwok is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Clariwok is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Is the use of Clariwok safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Clariwok. If you are pregnant, do not take Clariwok without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clariwok safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Clariwok as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Clariwok on the Kidneys?
Clariwok rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clariwok on the Liver?
Clariwok is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clariwok on the Heart?
Using Clariwok does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Clariwok should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clariwok unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clariwok habit forming or addictive?
Clariwok is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Clariwok you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Clariwok only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clariwok is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clariwok
You can take Clariwok with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clariwok
Information about the interaction of Clariwok and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Clariwok is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform a vital activity. Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body an prevent the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
Yes, Clariwok can be used to treat bacterial vaginosis. Because this drug is highly susceptible to the bacteria which cause vaginosis, that's why this antibiotic is used to treat it. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment and medication for bacterial vaginosis.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Clariwok and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicine at the same time.
Yes, you can take Clariwok for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a viral and bacterial sore throat, So you take it only on doctor's advice.
No, Clariwok does not use for a cough. A cough is a symptom, of flu, colds, upper respiratory tract infection, asthma, COPD, laryngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Clariwok is used in relieving the cough only, when it is able to treat these diseases. But we know that cold and flu is viral, cough caused by this disease, medicine could not be used, and a cough caused by another disease like bronchitis, laryngitis, and upper respiratory tract infection it may be bacterial or viral, if the cause of this disease is bacterial infection then Clariwok can be used. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine for a cough.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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