Clof Tz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clof Tz Information

Clof Tz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Clof Tz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Clof Tz 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clof Tz as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Clof Tz 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.

It is also important to note that Clof Tz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clof Tz related warnings talks about Clof Tz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Clof Tz since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Clof Tz contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Clof Tz with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Clof Tz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Clof Tz Benefits & Uses
Clof Tz Dosage & How to Take
Clof Tz Side Effects
Clof Tz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Clof Tz with Other Drugs
Clof Tz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Clof Tz
Clof Tz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Clof Tz Benefits & Uses

Clof Tz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Giardiasis
Amebiasis
Dysentery

Clof Tz 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: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg) Tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg) Tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg) Tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet

Clof Tz Related Warnings

Is the use of Clof Tz safe for pregnant women?

Clof Tz can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Clof Tz right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Clof Tz safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Clof Tz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Clof Tz on the Kidneys?

Clof Tz has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clof Tz on the Liver?

Clof Tz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clof Tz on the Heart?

Clof Tz is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Clof Tz with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Phenobarbital

Clof Tz Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sexually transmitted diseases
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Clof Tz

Is this Clof Tz habit forming or addictive?

Clof Tz is not addictive in nature.

Clof Tz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clof Tz

You can take Clof Tz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clof Tz

Taking Clof Tz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Clof Tz

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Clof Tz without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Clof Tz is a prescription drug, hence do not take Clof Tz without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Clof Tz contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Clof Tz does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Clof Tz with metformin?

Take Clof Tz if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Clof Tz?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Clof Tz should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Clof Tz with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clof Tz can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.