Labchlor 1 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Labchlor 1 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Labchlor 1 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Labchlor 1 Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Labchlor 1 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Labchlor 1 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Labchlor 1 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Labchlor 1 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Labchlor 1 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Labchlor 1 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Labchlor 1 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Labchlor 1 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Labchlor 1 Injection is used -
Mild
Is the use of Labchlor 1 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Labchlor can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Labchlor 1 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Labchlor may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Labchlor 1 Injection on the Kidneys?
Labchlor rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Labchlor 1 Injection on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Labchlor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Labchlor only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Labchlor 1 Injection on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Labchlor. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Labchlor 1 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Labchlor 1 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Labchlor 1 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Labchlor 1 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Labchlor 1 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Labchlor 1 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Labchlor 1 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Labchlor 1 Injection
Some foods when eaten with Labchlor 1 Injection can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Labchlor 1 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Labchlor 1 Injection with alcohol will be.
Yes, Labchlor is an antibiotic. It contains chloramphenicol which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
Yes, Labchlor 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.
Yes, Labchlor is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Labchlor is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
No, Labchlor does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Labchlor.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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