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Cloff is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cloff have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Cloff depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cloff can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cloff are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cloff's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Cloff's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cloff related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Cloff have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Cloff with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cloff is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cloff 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 Cloff safe for pregnant women?
Cloff can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Cloff safe during breastfeeding?
Cloff may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cloff on the Kidneys?
Cloff rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cloff on the Liver?
Cloff has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cloff on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cloff for the heart.
Cloff 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 Cloff unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cloff habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cloff.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cloff you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Cloff is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cloff is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cloff
You can take Cloff with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cloff
Information about the interaction of Cloff and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Cloff 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.
Yes, Cloff can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a healthcare provider. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.
Yes, Cloff may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effects of this drug. If you feel excessive diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Take Cloff exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not take less or more quantity as recommended. Food does not affect the absorption of azithromycin, so you can take it with or without food. You must follow the doctor's instructions during the course duration.
Cloff is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor about the right line treatment for abscess.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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