Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B Benefits & Uses

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B Related Warnings

Is the use of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B on the Kidneys?

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B on the liver.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B with Other Drugs

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B

Is this Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B habit forming or addictive?

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B is not addictive in nature.

Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B

Taking Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B with alcohol.

Frequently asked Questions about Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B cover anaerobes?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B 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.

Question about 6 years ago

Is Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B treat meningitis?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B contain penicillin?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Chloramphenicol + Polymyxin B does not contain penicillin. It contains chloramphenicol which belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin. It is also used for those patients who are allergic to penicillin and are suffering from the serious bacterial infection.