Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Polynase D on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Polynase D 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.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Polynase D does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Polynase D.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Polynase D 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.

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

The dosage of Polynase D 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. Polynase D 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.