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Clinka N 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Clinka N safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Clinka N without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Clinka N safe during breastfeeding?
Clinka N is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clinka N on the Kidneys?
Clinka N may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clinka N on the Liver?
Clinka N is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clinka N on the Heart?
Clinka N has very mild side effects on the heart.
Clinka N 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 Clinka N unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clinka N habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Clinka N.
Interaction between Food and Clinka N
You can take Clinka N with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clinka N
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Clinka N.
Yes, in a few cases oral Clinka N may cause abdominal pain. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of abdominal pain is unknown. If you are experiencing abdominal pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take a mild painkiller such as paracetamol.
No, Clinka N does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Clinka N is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Clinka N is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the protein synthesis in bacteria which are essential for it. The absence of these vital proteins results in stunned bacterial cell growth due to which bacteria become vulnerable and dies. Clinka N is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Prevotella melaninogenica, and lostridium perfringens.
Clinka N is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Clinka N without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Yes, Clinka N can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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