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Cloben (Indoco) is a prescription drug, available for use as Powder, Cream, Lotion, Wipes. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Thrush. The alternative uses of Cloben (Indoco) have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cloben (Indoco) 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.
Some other side effects of Cloben (Indoco) have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Cloben (Indoco) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Cloben (Indoco)'s effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cloben (Indoco) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cloben (Indoco) related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cloben (Indoco) contraindications section.
Besides this, Cloben (Indoco) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cloben (Indoco), it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cloben (Indoco) 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Cloben (Indoco) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cloben (Indoco) safely.
Is the use of Cloben (Indoco) safe during breastfeeding?
Cloben (Indoco) does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Cloben (Indoco) on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Cloben (Indoco) on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cloben (Indoco) on the Liver?
Using Cloben (Indoco) does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cloben (Indoco) on the Heart?
Cloben (Indoco) is not harmful for the heart.
Cloben (Indoco) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cloben (Indoco) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cloben (Indoco) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cloben (Indoco) has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cloben (Indoco) does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cloben (Indoco) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cloben (Indoco) is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cloben (Indoco)
Taking Cloben (Indoco) with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cloben (Indoco)
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Cloben (Indoco) does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
No, ideally Cloben (Indoco) is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
No, Cloben (Indoco) is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug know as imidazole.
Cloben (Indoco) should be applied topically (on the skin) and it can be taken orally. Topically, it is applied in sufficient quantity on the affected area two times in a day. Duration, of course, will vary according to antifungal infection.
Yes, Cloben (Indoco) is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the dermatologist. However, few side effects are observed such as localized irritation with stinging and burning sensation.
Yes, Cloben (Indoco) is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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