Klonac, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Muscle Pain, Osteoarthritis. The alternative uses of Klonac have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Klonac 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Klonac also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Klonac as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Klonac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Klonac's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Klonac related warnings talks about Klonac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Klonac is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Klonac contraindications section.
Besides this, Klonac may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Klonac, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Klonac 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.
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Is the use of Klonac safe for pregnant women?
Klonac should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Klonac safe during breastfeeding?
Klonac may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Klonac on the Kidneys?
Klonac rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Klonac on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Klonac. 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 Klonac on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Klonac. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Klonac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Klonac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Klonac habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Klonac has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Klonac does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Klonac, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Klonac for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Klonac
Taking Klonac with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Klonac
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
No, Klonac is not safe for the diabetic patient, may cause harmful effects on them. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you are diabetic.
No, Klonac cannot be taken with ibuprofen. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Klonac is a pain relieving medicine. One should take as long as he/she has been recommended to take. However, sometimes even after symptomatic relief your doctor may ask you to continue with medication to reduce inflammations in the body.
Klonac works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Yes, Klonac 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 stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
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References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204