Chloromycetin 500mg Capsule 10'S

Introduction About CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE

CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE contains Chloramphenicol which belongs to the group
of medicine called Antibiotics. It is used to manage typhoid fever and other
dangerous infections where other antibiotics are not effective.

Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection that can spread throughout the body,
affecting many organs, without proper management, it can cause serious
complications and can be fatal.

During the therapy your doctor might recommend you for routine blood tests to
monitor in case of prolong use of this medicine, as chloramphenicol can damage
blood cells.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this
medicine.

Before taking this medicine inform your doctor if you have blood, bone marrow
disease, liver or kidney problems, high blood pressure. Consult your doctor for
advice.

The common side effects are anaemia, dark coloured urine, sore throat and fever,
unusual bleeding or bruising, difficulty in breathing, headache, nausea and
vomiting, burning, numbness and tingling in the arms. Consult your doctor if any
of the above side effects worsen or persists for a longer duration.

Uses Of CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE

It is used to manage:

• typhoid fever
• other severe bacterial infections where other antibiotics are not effective

How CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE Works

Chloramphenicol is a semi-synthetic antibiotic. It diffuses through the
bacterial cell wall and binds to the ribosome of the bacteria, thereby managing
the formation of bacterial protein consequently leading to inhibition of cell
growth and cell lysis, resulting in suppressing the growth of bacteria.

How to use CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE

Always take this medicine as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine as
a whole with a plenty of water and do not crush or chew the medicine. Your
doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your age, body weight
and disease condition.

Side Effects Of CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE

Common

• anaemia
• dark coloured urine
• sore throat
• fever
• difficulty in breathing
• headache
• nausea and vomiting
• diarrhoea
• bloating
• tiredness
• thirst
• burning
• numbness
• tingling in the arms and feet
• swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
• depression

Rare

Stop taking and contact your doctor immediately, if you have:

• difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, severe itching of the skin, with a red rash or raised lumps, blistering of the mouth, eyes or genital region, patchy areas of rash, peeling skin, severe, persistent or bloody diarrhoea
• drowsiness, feeling faint, sudden loss of consciousness, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting
• unusual or increased bleeding or bruising
• fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, repeated infections or infections
• feeling tired, breathless and looking pale
• sudden loss or blurring of vision, loss of colour vision, eye pain which worsens with eye movement
• ringing in the ears or temporary hearing loss, head-spins (vertigo), dizziness

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea and Vomiting:

Try to take this medicine with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple
meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food.

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep yourself hydrated.
Avoid taking any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea. Consult your
doctor if the symptom did not improve.

Headache:

Rest and relax. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Apply a
pain-relieving balm on the head if required. Do not consume too much of alcohol.
Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

Dizziness:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or
machines while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume too much of alcohol, as it
can aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not
improve.

Skin rash:

Avoid hot showers because hot water can irritate your skin further. Do not
scratch the affected area. Use protective clothing when going outdoors.
Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not
improve.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women.
Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

!### Breastfeeding

CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

!### Kidney

CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients suffering
from kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

!### Liver

CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients suffering
from liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

!### Allergy

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to
Chloramphenicol or any ingredients of this medicine.

Others

CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE is not recommended if you:

• have recently been vaccinated
• have porphyria (metabolism disorder which causes abdominal pains and mental disorder)
• have minor infection

Use in pediatrics:

CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children. Consult your
doctor before taking this medicine.

Use in geriatrics:

CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients.
Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Inform your physician if you are taking:

• Paracetamol (used to manage fever, pain)
• medicines that thin the blood such as warfarin
• antidiabetics such as gliclazide (used to manage diabetes)
• medicines that may suppress the bone marrow such as carbamazepine, penicillamine
• sulphonamide, phenylbutazone
• medicines to manage cancer
• clozapine, flupentixol, fluphenazine, procainamide (used to psychotic disorders)
• co-trimoxazole, penicillin or rifampicin, azithromycin, erythromycin (used to manage infection)
• phenytoin (used for epilepsy)
• barbiturates such as phenobarbitone
• immunosuppressants such as ciclosporin or tacrolimus
• vitamin B12 (hydroxocobalamin)
• oral contrace
• carbimazole, propylthiouracil (used to manage over-active thyroid disease)
• anti-retroviral medicines that manage HIV infection such as zidovudine
• pantoprazole, rabeprazole
• calcium channel blocker such as amlodipine, verapamil
• azole antifungals such as fluconazole, ketoconazole
• lidocaine, quinidine (used to manage heart problems)
• citalopram, sertraline
• sildenafil, vardenafil and avanafil
• atorvastatin (used to manage cholesterol levels)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of this medicine, consult your
doctor immediately.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Chloramphenicol
Pharmacological Category	:	Antibiotics
Therapeutic Indication	:	Typhoid fever, Severe infections
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Capsule, Drops, Eye Drops, Eye Ointment, Injection, Syrup, Suspension, Caplet, Aplicap

More Information

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs About CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE

DoesCHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULEused to relieve pain?

No,CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULEnot a pain killer. It only manages bacterial
infections and provides relief from symptoms of infection.

Is it safe to useCHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULEfor longer duration of
time?

Use CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE only as prescribed by the doctor. Do not use for
longer durations. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve despite
using this medicine for a week or if it worsens.

Can I stop takingCHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULEwhen I feel better?

No, do not stop taking CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULEand complete the entire course
of management even if you start feeling better or else you may experience
management failure and the increased risk of recurrence of the infection.

Can the use ofCHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULEcause diarrhoea?

Yes, the use of CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULEmay cause diarrhoea along with the
desired effect, but not everyone gets them. It is an antibiotic that kills both
good and bad bacteria, when good bacteria present in the intestine gets
destroyed and it may cause diarrhoea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea,
talk to the doctor about it.

What if my condition does not improve after takingCHLOROMYCETIN 500MG
CAPSULE?

Talk to the doctor if your condition does not improve, even after taking
CHLOROMYCETIN 500MG CAPSULE. If needed your doctor will provide an alternate
medicine.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Complete Blood Count
• Peripheral Smear Examination