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Niclosan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Intestinal Worms, Tapeworm Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Niclosan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Niclosan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Niclosan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Niclosan is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Niclosan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Niclosan contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Niclosan have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Niclosan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Niclosan is used to treat the following -
Main 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 Niclosan safe for pregnant women?
Niclosan is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Niclosan safe during breastfeeding?
Niclosan may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Niclosan on the Kidneys?
Using Niclosan does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Niclosan on the Liver?
Niclosan does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Niclosan on the Heart?
Using Niclosan does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Niclosan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Niclosan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Niclosan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Niclosan.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Niclosan, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Niclosan can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Niclosan is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Niclosan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Niclosan
It is safe to take Niclosan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Niclosan
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Niclosan.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 854