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CHLORAMPHENICOL-1GM
PARENTERAL
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Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

BIOCHEM PHARMA, LG 113 / A, Xth Central Mall, Mahavir Nagar, 90ft Road, Next to D Mart, Kandivali - West, Mumbai - 400067.
Other Info - BIO0033

FAQs

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps treat infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in your stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is associated with various forms of anaemia (decreased white, red blood cells and platelets). This may lead to loss of immunity and the development of leukaemia in a few people. Consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm should be used with great care in newborn babies to avoid grey syndrome, a condition occurring due to excessive toxic chloramphenicol metabolites. Treatment should be stopped immediately if the symptoms are identified.
Headache could be a side effect of Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm. It is not necessary for everyone to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, consult a doctor.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm. Please consult a doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is not recommended for use during pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is not recommended for use during breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending on the child’s weight.

About Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat severe bacterial infections such as meningitis and typhoid. It should only be used when other antibiotics are not suitable. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm does not work against infections caused by viruses, including colds and flu.
 
Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm contains ‘Chloramphenicol’ that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, kills the bacteria and helps in treating infection. Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
 
In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dry mouth and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Do not use Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor; the dose and duration may vary depending on the child’s weight and the severity of the infection. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interaction

Uses of Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm

Bacterial infections.

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Medicinal Benefits

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines used to treat severe bacterial infections such as meningitis and typhoid. It should only be used when other antibiotics are not suitable. Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm contains ‘Chloramphenicol’ that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps in treating infection. Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Directions for Use

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm if you are allergic to any of its components; or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines which may cause bone marrow depression if you have a cold, throat infection, viral influenza, kidney or liver problems, or if you are about to be or have recently been vaccinated. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal/vitamin supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChloramphenicolTriazolam
Critical
ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TOLBUTAMIDE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • RIFAMPICIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

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