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Clinzer Lotion is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Lotion. Secondary and off-label uses of Clinzer Lotion have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Clinzer Lotion depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Clinzer Lotion have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Clinzer Lotion normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Clinzer Lotion has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clinzer Lotion related warnings talks about Clinzer Lotion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Clinzer Lotion can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Clinzer Lotion in conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease. The section on Clinzer Lotion contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Clinzer Lotion may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clinzer Lotion is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Clinzer Lotion 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 |
Is the use of Clinzer Lotion safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Clinzer in pregnant women.
Is the use of Clinzer Lotion safe during breastfeeding?
Clinzer does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Clinzer Lotion on the Kidneys?
Clinzer rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clinzer Lotion on the Liver?
Clinzer is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clinzer Lotion on the Heart?
Clinzer has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clinzer Lotion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clinzer Lotion habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clinzer Lotion is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Clinzer Lotion
It is safe to take Clinzer Lotion with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clinzer Lotion
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Clinzer Lotion.
Discontinuing Clinzer on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Clinzer can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use a patch test to determine whether you are allergic to Clinzer as well or not.
Yes, Clinzer covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Prevotella melaninogenica, Fusobacterium necrophorum, Fusobacterium nucleatum, Peptostreptococcus anaerobius, and Clostridium perfringens.
Clinzer 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. Clinzer 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.
Yes, Clinzer is safe to use, if it is used in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as metallic taste, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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