Chloramphenicol Capsule 100
Chloramphenicol 1 % Description
Chloramphenicol Capsule is an antibiotic used for the treatment of severe bacterial infection and typhoid fever where other anti-infectives are ineffective. It contains chloramphenicol as an active i
ngredient. It stops the growth of bacteria, thus preventing the spread of infection. Chloramphenicol Capsule should not be used in children below 18 years of age. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid. Chloramphenicol Capsule should not be used to treat viral infection. Take the medicine at the prescribed dose for the prescribed duration to gain optimal benefits. You may experience nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness after taking the medicine. If these symptoms worsen, inform the doctor or visit a nearby hospital or clinic immediately. Chloramphenicol Capsule is used for the treatment of severe bacterial infection and typhoid fever when other antimicrobials are ineffective.
Product Summary
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Contains | Chloramphenicol(1.0 %) |
Uses | Bacterial infections |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of Chloramphenicol 1 %
Contraindications of Chloramphenicol 1 %
- If you are allergic to chloramphenicol or other component of Chloramphenicol Capsule.
- If you have or had a blood disorder such as porphyria.
- If you have been vaccinated recently.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you are taking medicines that result in bone marrow suppression.
Side effects of Chloramphenicol 1 %
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea
- Dizziness, drowsiness
- Stomach pain and/or bloating
- Fatigue, dehydration, swelling
- Blood in stool
- Inflamed or swollen tongue
- Blurred vision, hearing loss
Precautions and Warnings of Chloramphenicol 1 %
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver or kidney disease.
- You are on other medications.
- You are giving it to the elderly.
- Chloramphenicol Capsule should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Mode of Action of Chloramphenicol 1 %
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Chloramphenicol 1 %
Interactions of Chloramphenicol 1 %
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines may affect the way Chloramphenicol Capsule works, or the medicine itself may reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell the doctor about the medicines, supplements, or herbals the child is currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
- Taking medicine with Chloramphenicol Capsule may alter the effect of either medicine or cause serious consequences, hence should be used with caution.
- Paracetamol for pain and fever, antibiotics for infections such as co-trimoxazole, penicillin or rifampicin type.
- Blood thinners like warfarin, dicoumarin must be used with caution.
- Antidiabetics such as gliclazide, tolbutamide, immunosuppressive medicine such as cyclosporine, tacrolimus.
- Medicines that suppress bone marrow such as carbamazepine, penicillamine, sulphonamides, phenylbutazone, antipsychotic medicines such as clozapine, flupenthixol, fluphenazine, procainamide.
- Medicine used to treat seizure or fits such as carbamazepine, phenytoin and phenobarbital.
- Hormonal pills such as estrogen, medicines used to treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) such as carbimazole, propylthiouracil.
- Antiretroviral medicines used to treat HIV infection such as zidovudine, hydroxocobalamin as a form of vitamin B12 used to treat B12 deficiency, a medicine used to treat cancer such as cisplatin, daunorubicin....
Storage and disposal of Chloramphenicol 1 %
- Store Chloramphenicol Capsule at a temperature below 25°C at a cool dry place.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Chloramphenicol 1 %
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long does Chloramphenicol Capsule take to work?
Q: Is Chloramphenicol Capsule used to relieve pain?
Q: Can I stop taking Chloramphenicol Capsule when I feel better?
Q: Can the use of Chloramphenicol Capsule cause diarrhoea?
Q: Can Chloramphenicol Capsule be used to treat typhoid?
Q: What if my condition does not improve after taking Chloramphenicol Capsule?
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