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Cilclox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Cilclox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cilclox. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Cilclox include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cilclox as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cilclox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cilclox is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cilclox related warnings talks about Cilclox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cilclox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Asthma, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Cilclox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cilclox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cilclox is used to treat the following -
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 Cilclox is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Cilclox safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Cilclox will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Cilclox safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Cilclox for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Cilclox on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cilclox. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cilclox on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cilclox. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cilclox on the Heart?
Side effects of Cilclox rarely affect the heart.
Cilclox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cilclox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cilclox habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cilclox is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cilclox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cilclox only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cilclox is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cilclox
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Cilclox and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cilclox
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cilclox.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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