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Lavclor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Lavclor have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Lavclor 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lavclor can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lavclor are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lavclor is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Lavclor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lavclor related warnings section.
Lavclor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lavclor in conditions like Porphyria. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lavclor contraindications section.
Additionally, Lavclor may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Lavclor is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lavclor 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
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Is the use of Lavclor safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lavclor. It is best to stop taking Lavclor immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lavclor safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lavclor. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Lavclor on the Kidneys?
Using Lavclor does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Lavclor on the Liver?
Lavclor is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lavclor on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Lavclor on the heart have been reported.
Lavclor 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 Lavclor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lavclor habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lavclor is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Lavclor
Taking Lavclor with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lavclor
Taking alcohol with Lavclor can be dangerous.
No, Lavclor is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It is effective against parasites such as Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax.
Yes, Lavclor causes a headache but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and take rest. Even after that if the pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Lavclor may cause anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss with your doctor without further delay.
No, Lavclor is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can cause unpleasant side effects if taken without a doctor's recommendation. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Lavclor is a brand name of chloroquine and it comes in the form of a tablet, capsule, injection, and oral suspension. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials which have amebicidal activity. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of malaria which is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by parasites Plasmodium species. These are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. Apart from this Lavclor is also used in the treatment of extraintestinal amebiasis which is the protozoal infection caused by parasite Entamoeba histolytica. It is also used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) both are autoimmune diseases which causes inflammation and pain. Lavclor is also used off-label for the treatment of porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) a blood disorder that affects the skin.
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