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Chloronix Benefits & Uses

Chloronix is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Chloronix 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Chloronix Related Warnings

Is the use of Chloronix safe for pregnant women?

Chloronix may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Chloronix again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Chloronix safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Chloronix on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Chloronix will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Chloronix on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Chloronix. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Chloronix on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Chloronix. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Chloronix on the Heart?

Chloronix may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Severe Interaction of Chloronix with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Rifampicin

Aspirin(ASA)

Furosemide

Carbamazepine

Ketoconazole

Isosorbide Mononitrate

Chloronix Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis
Shock
Infections
Tuberculous Meningitis (TBM)
Dehydration
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency
Gastritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Scleroderma
Depression
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Osteoporosis
Diabetes
Myasthenia Gravis
Diaper Rash
Tuberculosis (TB)

Frequently asked Questions about Chloronix

Is this Chloronix habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Chloronix has not been reported.

Chloronix Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chloronix

There is no information on the effects of taking Chloronix with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chloronix

Information about the interaction of Chloronix and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Chloronix

Question over 4 years ago

Does Chloronix treat gonorrhea?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chloronix 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Chloronix cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Chloronix does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Chloronix.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Chloronix?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Chloronix is a brand name of chloramphenicol and it comes in the various dosage forms such as an oral tablet, capsule, syrup, and eye drops. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of psittacosis also known as parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Chloronix cause headache?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Chloronix can cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Chloronix treat meningitis?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Chloronix can treat meningitis. It is a bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis that causes inflammation of the meninges around the brain and spinal cord. The duration of the treatment is usually 2 weeks.