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Cloral is a prescription medicine that is available as a Lozenges, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Cloral has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Cloral is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cloral as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cloral go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Cloral's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cloral related warnings talks about Cloral's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Cloral since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cloral contraindications section.
Besides this, Cloral may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cloral is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cloral 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cloral is used -
Mild
Is the use of Cloral safe for pregnant women?
Cloral can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Cloral safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Cloral. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Cloral on the Kidneys?
Cloral rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cloral on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cloral. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cloral on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Cloral. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Cloral 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 Cloral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cloral habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cloral has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cloral since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cloral only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cloral for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cloral
Some foods when eaten with Cloral can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cloral
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cloral with alcohol will be.
Yes, Cloral 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 Cloral must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.
Yes, Cloral 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.
Cloral 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.
Yes, Cloral can cause blurred vision (optic neuritis) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug and it is reversible in nature. Usually, the vision is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Cloral 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Chloromycetin sodium succinate (chaloramphenicol sodium succinate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 739-742
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Chloromycetin sodium succinate (chaloramphenicol sodium succinate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 739-742
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Chloromycetin sodium succinate (chaloramphenicol sodium succinate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 739-742
