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Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup related warnings section.
Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup 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 Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Enteromycetin. If you are pregnant, do not take Enteromycetin without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Enteromycetin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Enteromycetin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Enteromycetin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Enteromycetin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup
When consumed with certain foods, Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Enteromycetin 156 Mg Syrup.
Yes, Enteromycetin can be taken with ranitidine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Enteromycetin along with ranitidine if taken as directed by a doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
The dosage of Enteromycetin may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. Enteromycetin should be taken empty stomach because food may affect absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Enteromycetin can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Enteromycetin is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.
Enteromycetin is bacteriostatic at the therapeutic dose that means it inhibits the growth of the bacteria but it can be bactericidal at higher doses. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which it needs to survive. In the absence of protein synthesis, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed.
Yes, Enteromycetin 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.
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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