Chlorocap: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Chlorocap Information

Chlorocap is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Chlorocap has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Chlorocap depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Chlorocap have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Chlorocap are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Chlorocap is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Chlorocap related warnings talks about Chlorocap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Chlorocap is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Chlorocap have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Chlorocap have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Chlorocap is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Chlorocap Benefits & Uses
Chlorocap Dosage & How to Take
Chlorocap Side Effects
Chlorocap Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Chlorocap with Other Drugs
Chlorocap Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Chlorocap
Chlorocap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Chlorocap Benefits & Uses

Chlorocap is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Chlorocap 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: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Chlorocap Related Warnings

Is the use of Chlorocap safe for pregnant women?

Chlorocap shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Chlorocap safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Chlorocap. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Chlorocap on the Kidneys?

Chlorocap rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Chlorocap on the Liver?

Chlorocap may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chlorocap on the Heart?

Chlorocap may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Chlorocap with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Chlorocap Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Chlorocap

Is this Chlorocap habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Chlorocap is addictive.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Chlorocap since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Chlorocap only as per medical advice.

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

No, Chlorocap is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Chlorocap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chlorocap

Taking Chlorocap with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlorocap

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Chlorocap.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Chlorocap

Question over 4 years ago

Can Chlorocap treat meningitis?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Chlorocap can treat meningitis. It is a bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis that causes inflammation of the meninges around the brain and spinal cord. The duration of the treatment is usually 2 weeks.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Chlorocap cause blurred vision?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Chlorocap 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Chlorocap?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Chlorocap 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Chlorocap cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Chlorocap causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Chlorocap cause headache?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Chlorocap 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.