Clodide Information
Clodide is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. The alternative uses of Clodide have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Clodide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Clodide have been listed ahead. These side effects of Clodide are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clodide is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Clodide has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clodide related warnings section.
Clodide is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Clodide have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Clodide have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clodide is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Clodide Benefits & Uses
Clodide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
- Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Meningitis
- Salmonella
- Psittacosis
- Eye Infections
- Eye Allergies
- Uveitis
- Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
- Athlete's Foot
- Jock itch
- Tinea Versicolor (Read More - Sehua Fungal Infection? Try These Natural Solutions)
- Vaginitis
- Vulvitis
- Penile Yeast Infection (Read More - How to Treat Penis Infections with Simple Home Remedies)
- Ear canal infection
- Belly Button Infection
- Piles (Read More - Home Remedies for Piles)
- Asthma in Children
- Exercise Induced Asthma
- Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
- Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
- Dermatitis
- Nasal Polyps
Clodide 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
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Clodide Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clodide is used -
Severe
- Cough
- Visual Disturbance
Moderate
- Skin Thinning
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Bone degradation
- Increased blood pressure
- Skin scar
- Altered bone growth
- Behavioural Changes
- Increased Glucose level in the blood
- Cataract
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- पेट दर्द
- Contact Dermatitis
Clodide Related Warnings
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Is the use of Clodide safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Clodide for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
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Is the use of Clodide safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Clodide. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
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What is the effect of Clodide on the Kidneys?
Clodide has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Clodide on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Clodide on the liver have been reported.
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What is the effect of Clodide on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Clodide on the heart have been reported.
Severe Interaction of Clodide with Other Drugs
Clodide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Clodide Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clodide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Allergy
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Abdominal Pain
- Diabetes
- AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Infections
- Osteoporosis
- Liver Disease
- Depression
- Osteonecrosis
Frequently asked Questions about Clodide
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Is this Clodide habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clodide is addictive.
Clodide Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Clodide
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Clodide, due to a lack of research on this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Clodide
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clodide with alcohol will be.
Frequently asked Questions about Clodide
Question over 6 years ago
Does Clodide cover anaerobes?
Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Clodide covers all anaerobes. It effectively inhibits most of the anaerobic bacteria at therapeutic doses. An antibiotic sensitivity test is always recommended to confirm its susceptibility.
Question about 7 years ago
How to take Clodide?
Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology
The dosage of Clodide may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. Clodide should be taken empty stomach because food may affect absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can I take Clodide without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician
No, Clodide is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Question about 7 years ago
What is Clodide?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Clodide 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 I take Clodide with ibuprofen?
Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Clodide can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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