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Chloramphenicol Sy is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Chloramphenicol Sy have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Chloramphenicol Sy depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Chloramphenicol Sy can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Chloramphenicol Sy go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Chloramphenicol Sy's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Chloramphenicol Sy has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Chloramphenicol Sy related warnings section.
Chloramphenicol Sy is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Chloramphenicol Sy are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Chloramphenicol Sy have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Chloramphenicol Sy is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Chloramphenicol Sy 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Chloramphenicol Sy safe for pregnant women?
Chloramphenicol SY has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Chloramphenicol SY without medical advice.
Is the use of Chloramphenicol Sy safe during breastfeeding?
Chloramphenicol SY may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol Sy on the Kidneys?
Chloramphenicol SY has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol Sy on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Chloramphenicol SY. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol Sy on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Chloramphenicol SY. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Chloramphenicol Sy 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 Chloramphenicol Sy unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chloramphenicol Sy habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Chloramphenicol Sy is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Chloramphenicol Sy will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Chloramphenicol Sy only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Chloramphenicol Sy for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Chloramphenicol Sy
Some foods when eaten with Chloramphenicol Sy can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chloramphenicol Sy
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Chloramphenicol Sy with alcohol will be.
Yes, Chloramphenicol SY is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
Yes, Chloramphenicol SY 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 Chloramphenicol SY must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.
Yes, Chloramphenicol SY is an antibiotic. It contains chloramphenicol which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
Yes, Chloramphenicol SY covers all anaerobes. It effectively inhibits most of the anaerobic bacteria at therapeutic doses. An antibiotic sensitivity test is always recommended to confirm its susceptibility.
Yes, Chloramphenicol SY can cause blurred vision (optic neuritis) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug and it is reversible in nature. Usually, the vision is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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