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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 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cloxipen is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
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.
Cloxipen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cloxipen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cloxipen habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cloxipen.
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.
Yes, Cloxipen can treat ear infection caused by bacteria. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Yes, Cloxipen can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.
Yes, Cloxipen can cause yeast infection especially in women. You are recommended to inform doctor/gynaecologist if you are experiencing symptoms of yeast infections after taking this medicine.
Cloxipen does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.
Yes, Cloxipen can be taken with cough medicine. Clinically no harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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