Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone safe for pregnant women?
Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone on the Heart?
Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone 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 + Hydrocortisone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone habit forming or addictive?
Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone , due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone
Information about the interaction of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone 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.
Yes, Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone 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 + Hydrocortisone might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone can be taken with ranitidine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone 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.
No, Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone does not cause weight loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, some of the animal studies have reported weight loss after long-term use of this drug. If you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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