Triclofos Pharmacology

Triclofos

About Triclofos
A phosphorylated derivative of chloral hydrate(ethanol derivative), hypnotic.
Mechanism of Action of Triclofos
Triclofos is converted to Trichloroethanol in the body .This act on brain and produces sleep. Trichloroethanol decreases time taken to fall asleep and lengthen the sleep.
Pharmacokinets of Triclofos
Absorbed: It is well absorbed after oral administration.
Distribution: It is widely distributed in the body.
Metabolism: It is metabolised to active Trichloroethanol and passes into the CSF, breast milk, and across the placenta.
Excretion: Trichloroethanol is excreted mainly in the urine.

Onset of Action for Triclofos
With in 30 minutes
Duration of Action for Triclofos
8 - 12 hour
Half Life of Triclofos
N/A
Side Effects of Triclofos
1. Gastric irritation
2. Flatulence
3. Abdominal distension
4. Rashes
5. Headache
6. Delirium
7. Dizziness
8. Dependence
9. Nausea
10. Vomiting
Contra-indications of Triclofos
1. Hepatic impairment
2. Renal impairment
3. Cardiac failure
Special Precautions while taking Triclofos
1. Patient on Barbiturates and other sedatives
2. Alcoholics
3. Prolonged use
4. Avoid contact with skin and eye
5. Use caution while driving vehicles or operating machines or involve in any dangerous activities
6. Withdraw the drug cautiously

Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution.
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Triclofos
1. Insomnia
Interactions for Triclofos
N/A
Typical Dosage for Triclofos
Adult: 1 - 2 g at night
Children: up to 1 year: 25 - 30 mg / kg
1 - 5 year: 0.25 - 0.5 g
6 - 12 year: 0.5 - 1 g
Schedule of Triclofos
H
Storage Requirements for Triclofos
Store in a cool dry place in a tightly closed container. Keep away from direct heat and light. Keep out of the reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of Triclofos
Do not apply
Effects of Overdose of Triclofos
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

Home Delivery for Triclofos in Your City

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However, we do publish a comprehensive directory of Pharmacies, Chemists and Druggists in cities all over India. You can use this directory to find the medicine stores in your city (or area) that provide home delivery services for triclofos and other medicines and health products. Home delivery services for triclofos may be free or they may cost you depending on the pharmacy and the minimum order requirements. It would be best to get this clarified while placing the order.

Please be aware that you should take triclofos only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for triclofos before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for triclofos with the pharmacy.

Triclofos is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for triclofos might be better known than triclofos itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have triclofos in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for triclofos.