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Broclars 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Broclars is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Broclars safe for pregnant women?
Broclars can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Broclars safe during breastfeeding?
Broclars may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Broclars on the Kidneys?
Broclars may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Broclars on the Liver?
Broclars has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Broclars on the Heart?
Using Broclars does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Broclars should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Broclars unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Broclars habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Broclars has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Broclars, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Broclars can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Broclars only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Broclars is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Broclars
Taking Broclars with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Broclars
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Broclars with alcohol.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Broclars and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicine at the same time.
Yes, Broclars can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. The most common cause of pneumonia is the bacterial infection, and often Broclars is prescribed for it. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
Yes, Broclars is safe to use, if taken prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
No, Broclars is not good for a cold. Cold is a viral disease, whereas Broclars is used for bacterial infections only.
Broclars is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform a vital activity. Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body an prevent the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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