Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet Information

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet. 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.

Some other side effects of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet 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.

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Ear Infection
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Salmonella
Psittacosis
Eye Infections
Eye Allergies
Uveitis

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet 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: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Chlorocept. If you are pregnant, do not take Chlorocept without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Chlorocept. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Chlorocept rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Chlorocept. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Chlorocept. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet

Is this Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Chlorocept 250 Mg Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Chlorocept cause anemia?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Chlorocept might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Chlorocept induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Chlorocept bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Chlorocept is bacteriostatic at the therapeutic dose that means it inhibits the growth of the bacteria but it can be bactericidal at higher doses. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which it needs to survive. In the absence of protein synthesis, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Chlorocept cover enterococcus?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

No, Chlorocept does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Chlorocept. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Chlorocept treat gonorrhea?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chlorocept can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Chlorocept with paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Chlorocept can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Chlorocept is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.