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Contains / Salt: Clofazimine

Clofaz 100 Mg Softgel

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Manufactured by: Genetiac Pharma
Contains / Salt: Clofazimine

Clofaz Information

Clofaz is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Clofaz have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Clofaz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Clofaz Benefits & Uses

Clofaz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Leprosy

Clofaz Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs
Geriatric	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs

Clofaz Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clofaz is used -

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Loss of appetite
Rash
Itching or burning
Dry Skin
Dry eyes

Clofaz Related Warnings

Is the use of Clofaz safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Clofaz. It is best to stop taking Clofaz immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Clofaz safe during breastfeeding?

Clofaz may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Clofaz on the Kidneys?

Clofaz is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Clofaz on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Clofaz on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Clofaz will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Clofaz on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Clofaz on heart. So it is not known whether taking Clofaz will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Clofaz with Other Drugs

Clofaz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Haloperidol

Clozapine

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Promethazine

Clofaz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clofaz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Skin Discolouration

Frequently asked Questions about Clofaz

Is this Clofaz habit forming or addictive?

Clofaz does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Clofaz. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Clofaz only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Clofaz is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Clofaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clofaz

You can take Clofaz with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clofaz

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clofaz with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 781-782

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lamprene® (clofazimine)

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