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Klorumd, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. The alternative uses of Klorumd have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Klorumd. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Klorumd also has some side effects, the most common being Eye Burning, Eye irritation. These side effects of Klorumd are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Klorumd has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Klorumd's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Klorumd related warnings section.
Klorumd is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Klorumd are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Klorumd may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Klorumd is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Klorumd 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Klorumd is used -
Common
Is the use of Klorumd safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Klorumd will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Klorumd safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Klorumd on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Klorumd will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Klorumd on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Klorumd on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Klorumd on the Liver?
Side effects of Klorumd on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Klorumd on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Klorumd on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Klorumd should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Klorumd unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Klorumd habit forming or addictive?
Klorumd is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Klorumd you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Klorumd only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Klorumd is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Klorumd
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Klorumd with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Klorumd
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Klorumd and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Klorumd 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.
Yes, Klorumd can be taken with ranitidine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Klorumd along with ranitidine if taken as directed by a doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Klorumd may cause gray baby syndorme in newborn infants especially in premature baby, if this drug is given in higher doses. Gray baby syndrome is a rare side effect that occurs due to accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the newborn infant. The cause of gray baby syndrome is that the newborn baby lacks the some liver enzymes which are necessary to metabolize and removes this drug from the body. The accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the body leads to toxicity which causes development of symptoms such as vomiting, gray color of the skin, blue discoloration of lips and skin. To avoid gray baby syndrome the doses of Klorumd must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.
No, Klorumd does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Klorumd. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Klorumd 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.
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