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Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule Information

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. The section on Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Enteromycetin Benefits & Uses
Enteromycetin Dosage & How to Take
Enteromycetin Side Effects
Enteromycetin Related Warnings
Enteromycetin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Enteromycetin
Enteromycetin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule Benefits & Uses

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Ear Infection
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Salmonella
Psittacosis
Eye Infections
Eye Allergies
Uveitis

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule 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.

Severe
Is the use of Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Enteromycetin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Enteromycetin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule 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.

Moderate

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule

Is this Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule

When consumed with certain foods, Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Enteromycetin 500 Mg Capsule

Question over 5 years ago

Does Enteromycetin cause blurred vision?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Enteromycetin 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Enteromycetin work?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Enteromycetin 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. Enteromycetin 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Enteromycetin helpful in typhoid?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Enteromycetin 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Enteromycetin bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Enteromycetin?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Enteromycetin is a brand name of chloramphenicol and it comes in the various dosage forms such as an oral tablet, capsule, syrup, and eye drops. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of psittacosis also known as parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.