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Biomycetin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Biomycetin have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Biomycetin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Biomycetin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Biomycetin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Biomycetin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Biomycetin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Biomycetin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Biomycetin in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Biomycetin contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Biomycetin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Biomycetin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Biomycetin 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.
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Is the use of Biomycetin safe for pregnant women?
Biomycetin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Biomycetin without medical advice.
Is the use of Biomycetin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Biomycetin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Biomycetin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Biomycetin on the Kidneys?
Biomycetin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Biomycetin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Biomycetin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Biomycetin on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Biomycetin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Biomycetin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biomycetin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biomycetin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Biomycetin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Biomycetin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Biomycetin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Biomycetin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Biomycetin
When consumed with certain foods, Biomycetin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biomycetin
Information about the interaction of Biomycetin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Biomycetin contains chloramphenicol which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which needs to survive. In the absence of protein, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed. It can also kill the bacteria in higher doses. Biomycetin is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Salmonella species, Rickettsia species, Neisseria meningitidis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, and Staphylococcus pneumoniae.
Yes, Biomycetin can treat meningitis. It is a bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis that causes inflammation of the meninges around the brain and spinal cord. The duration of the treatment is usually 2 weeks.
Yes, Biomycetin may cause gray baby syndorme in newborn infants especially in premature baby, if this drug is given in higher doses. Gray baby syndrome is a rare side effect that occurs due to accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the newborn infant. The cause of gray baby syndrome is that the newborn baby lacks the some liver enzymes which are necessary to metabolize and removes this drug from the body. The accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the body leads to toxicity which causes development of symptoms such as vomiting, gray color of the skin, blue discolouration of lips and skin. To avoid gray baby syndrome the doses of Biomycetin must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.
No, Biomycetin does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Biomycetin.
Yes, Biomycetin can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Chloromycetin sodium succinate (chaloramphenicol sodium succinate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 739-742
