Labchlor Information
Labchlor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection,Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Labchlor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Labchlor 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Labchlor have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Labchlor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Labchlor 's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Labchlor has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Labchlor related warnings section.
Labchlor is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Labchlor have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Labchlor may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Labchlor is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Labchlor Benefits & Uses
Labchlor 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
Labchlor 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Labchlor Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Labchlor is used -
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
Labchlor Related Warnings
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Is the use of Labchlor safe for pregnant women?
Labchlor can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Labchlor safe during breastfeeding?
Labchlor may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Labchlor on the Kidneys?
Labchlor rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Labchlor on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Labchlor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Labchlor only after medical advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Labchlor on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Labchlor. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Labchlor with Other Drugs
Labchlor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Labchlor Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Labchlor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Allergy
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Labchlor
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Is this Labchlor habit forming or addictive?
Labchlor does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Labchlor does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Labchlor should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Labchlor for mental disorders.
No
Labchlor Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Labchlor
Some foods when eaten with Labchlor can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Labchlor
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Labchlor with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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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
