Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule Information

Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Leprosy.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Loss of appetite. Some other side effects of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Clofozine Benefits & Uses
Clofozine Dosage & How to Take
Clofozine Side Effects
Clofozine Related Warnings
Clofozine Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Clofozine
Clofozine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule Benefits & Uses

Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Leprosy

Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule 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

Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Clofozine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Clofozine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Clofozine. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?

Clofozine is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule on the Heart?

Information about safety of Clofozine for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Skin Discolouration

Frequently asked Questions about Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule

Is this Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule only as per medical advice.

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

No, Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule

Taking Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Clofozine 50 Mg Capsule.

Unknown