Clofaz

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Clofaz Benefits & Uses

Clofaz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Clofaz 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
  • Disease: Leprosy
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs
Geriatric
  • Disease: Leprosy
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs


Clofaz Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clofaz is used -

Common

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Rash
  • Itching or burning
  • Dry Skin
  • Dry eyes

Clofaz Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Clofaz safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Clofaz. It is best to stop taking Clofaz immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Clofaz safe during breastfeeding?


    Clofaz should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Clofaz on the Kidneys?


    Clofaz does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Clofaz on the Liver?


    Side effects of Clofaz on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Clofaz on the Heart?


    No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Clofaz on heart. So it is not known whether taking Clofaz will cause side effects on heart or not.

    Unknown


Severe Interaction of Clofaz with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Clofaz Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Clofaz

  • Is this Clofaz habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Clofaz.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Clofaz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Clofaz should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Clofaz in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Clofaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Clofaz


    It is safe to take Clofaz with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Clofaz


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clofaz with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 781-782

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lamprene® (clofazimine)



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