Cloxipen: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cloxipen Information

Cloxipen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. The alternative uses of Cloxipen have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Cloxipen depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Cloxipen include Flatulence, Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. While these are the most often observed Cloxipen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Cloxipen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cloxipen is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cloxipen related warnings talks about Cloxipen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cloxipen is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Eczema, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cloxipen contraindications section.

Besides this, Cloxipen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Cloxipen, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Cloxipen Benefits & Uses
Cloxipen Dosage & How to Take
Cloxipen Side Effects
Cloxipen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cloxipen with Other Drugs
Cloxipen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cloxipen
Cloxipen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cloxipen Benefits & Uses

Cloxipen is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Pneumonia
Tonsillitis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections
Throat Infection
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Cloxipen 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: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Capsule Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin, 250 mg dicloxacillin and 2.5 billion spores lactobacillus
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Capsule Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin, 250 mg dicloxacillin and 2.5 billion spores lactobacillus

Cloxipen Related Warnings

Is the use of Cloxipen safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Cloxipen in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Cloxipen safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Cloxipen in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Cloxipen on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of Cloxipen on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Cloxipen on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cloxipen on the liver, information on safety of Cloxipen for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Cloxipen on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cloxipen on the heart, information on safety of Cloxipen for the heart is unavailable.

Severe Interaction of Cloxipen with Other Drugs

Cloxipen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Cholera Vaccine

Warfarin

Dichlorobenzyl alcohol

Moderate

Mild

Allopurinol

Furosemide

Probenecid

Cloxipen Contraindications

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

Asthma
Eczema
Urticaria Pigmentosa
Hives
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Asthma
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Cystic Fibrosis
Heart Disease
Neutropenia
Gastritis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cloxipen

Is this Cloxipen habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cloxipen.

Cloxipen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cloxipen

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cloxipen with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cloxipen

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cloxipen.

Frequently asked Questions about Cloxipen

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cloxipen cause sleepiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Cloxipen does not cause sleepiness. However, if you feel or experience sleepiness or drowsiness after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Cloxipen?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Cloxipen is a brand name for amoxicillin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called penicillin antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of the number of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infection of ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract. It is also used in combination with other antibiotic medications such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Cloxipen works?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Cloxipen works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infections.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Cloxipen?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Cloxipen can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Cloxipen cause stomach upset?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.