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Lorphen, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Lorphen have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Lorphen 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Lorphen have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Lorphen 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.
In addition, Lorphen's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lorphen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Lorphen since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lorphen contraindications section.
Besides this, Lorphen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lorphen is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Lorphen 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lorphen is used -
Mild
Is the use of Lorphen safe for pregnant women?
Lorphen shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Lorphen safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lorphen. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Lorphen on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Lorphen on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Lorphen on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Lorphen. 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 Lorphen on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Lorphen. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Lorphen 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 Lorphen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lorphen habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lorphen.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Lorphen as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lorphen should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lorphen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lorphen
When consumed with certain foods, Lorphen may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lorphen
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lorphen with alcohol.
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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
