Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. However, it will not treat a viral infection.

Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule may be effective even when bacteria have developed resistance to other antibiotics. It should be taken on an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.

Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, taste change. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, your doctor may advise some blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting, sweating, anxiety, and palpitations.

BENEFITS OF CHLOROPHENICOL CAPSULE

In Bacterial infections

Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CHLOROPHENICOL CAPSULE

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Chlorophenicol


Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
Taste change


HOW TO USE CHLOROPHENICOL CAPSULE

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

HOW CHLOROPHENICOL CAPSULE WORKS

Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria. It does so by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This does not directly kill the bacteria, but prevents them from increasing in numbers, and eventually clears up the infection.

AFETY ADVICE



Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).



Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.



Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.



Driving

UNSAFE

Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.



Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.



Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE CHLOROPHENICOL CAPSULE?

If you miss a dose of Chlorophenicol 250mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.