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Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup


Product introduction

Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against a bacteria known as H. pylori, which is associated with peptic ulcer disease.

Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Cloff Dry Syrup

Benefits of Cloff Dry Syrup

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It is also effective against a bacteria known as H. pylori, which is associated with peptic ulcer disease. It stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection and helps treat your infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Cloff Dry Syrup

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cloff

  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Injection site phlebitis
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Abnormal taste
  • Dyspepsia
  • Taste change
  • Abnormal liver function tests

How to use Cloff Dry Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
  • Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides

Patient concerns

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100 fever can i give cloff syrup My daughter has fever 100,i have given tempgesic but after 3 or 4 hours again fever,so can i give her cloff dry syrup with tempgesic,our doctor always give that medicine
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
There are many underlying causes of Patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Patient may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.
Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
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FAQs

Can the use of Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

How long does Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup takes to work?

Usually, Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

What if I don't get better after using Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can the use of Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Cloff 250mg Dry Syrup will cause infertility in males or females.

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Name: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Country of origin: India

MRP
302.2
Inclusive of all taxes
30.0 ml in 1 bottle
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