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Clinxa A is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel. Other than this, Clinxa A has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clinxa A. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Clinxa A also has some side effects, the most common being Skin irritation. Some other side effects of Clinxa A have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Clinxa A normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clinxa A is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Clinxa A related warnings talks about Clinxa A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Clinxa A is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Sunburn, Eczema as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Clinxa A may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clinxa A is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Clinxa A 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 Clinxa A is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Clinxa A safe for pregnant women?
Clinxa A may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Clinxa A, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Clinxa A safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Clinxa A for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Clinxa A on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Clinxa A on kidneys.
What is the effect of Clinxa A on the Liver?
Information about safety of Clinxa A for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Clinxa A on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Clinxa A on heart. So it is not known whether taking Clinxa A will cause side effects on heart or not.
Clinxa A 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 Clinxa A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clinxa A habit forming or addictive?
Clinxa A does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Clinxa A. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Clinxa A is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Clinxa A for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clinxa A
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Clinxa A, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clinxa A
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clinxa A with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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