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Overview
TAKCHLOR C 10MG/1MG/5000IU OINT is a Schedule H drug.TAKCHLOR C 10MG/1MG/5000IU OINT is composed of: POLYMYXIN B (5000.0 IU), CHLORAMPHENICOL (10.0 MG), DEXAMETHASONE (1.0 MG)
Chloramphenicol is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Usage
CHLORAMPHENICOL is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Meningitis, Otitis Externa, Salmonellosis (Salmonella Infections), RickettsiosisFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
TAKCHLOR C 10MG/1MG/5000IU OINT is generally taken Before Food.Precautions
- Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
- Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
- Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.
- If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
Symptoms of Overdosage
CHLORAMPHENICOL over-dosage can result in: Difficulty BreathingCommon Side-Effects
CHLORAMPHENICOL : Diarrhoea, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Fever, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, VomitSerious Side-Effects
CHLORAMPHENICOL : Vision ProblemsRare Side-Effects
CHLORAMPHENICOL : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Drowsiness, Confusion, Head Headache, Eyes Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Feet WeaknessTechnical Classification
CHLORAMPHENICOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVESAvailable Alternatives
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
BIOSONE P EYE/EAR DPS | INR 40 for 5 ML EYE/EAR DROPS | DEXAMETHASONE 5000.0 IU, POLYMYXIN B 0.1 %, CHLORAMPHENICOL 0.5 % |
DEXIMON P EYE DPS | INR 22.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP | POLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL |
DEXIMON P EYE OINT | INR 25.88 for 5 GM EYE OINTMENT | POLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL |
IMIX 10 EYE DPS | INR 30 for 5 ML EYE DROP | CHLORAMPHENICOL , DEXAMETHASONE , POLYMYXIN B |
IMIX D 10 EYE DPS | INR 80 for 5 ML EYE DROP | DEXAMETHASONE , POLYMYXIN B , CHLORAMPHENICOL |
IMIX D 5 EYE DPS | INR 47.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP | POLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL |
IMIX D EYE DPS | INR 36.25 for 5 ML EYE DROP | POLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL |
IMIX D EYE OINT | INR 95 for 10 GM EYE OINTMENT | POLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL |
IMIX EYE OINT | INR 70 for 5 GM EYE OINTMENT | DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL , POLYMYXIN B |
OCUPOL D EYE DPS | INR 13.44 for 5 ML EYE DROP | POLYMYXIN B 500.0 IU, CHLORAMPHENICOL 4.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG |
OCUPOL DX DPS | INR 75.61 for 5 ML DROP | POLYMYXIN B 5000.0 IU, CHLORAMPHENICOL 4.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG |
OCUPOL DX OINT | INR 75.72 for 5 GM OINTMENT | POLYMYXIN B 10000 IU, CHLORAMPHENICOL 10 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1 MG |
PYCHLOR DEXA EYE DPS | INR 11.3 for 5 ML EYE DROP | CHLORAMPHENICOL , DEXAMETHASONE , POLYMYXIN B |
PYCHLOR DEXA OINT | INR 11.33 for 3 GM OINTMENT | POLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL |
RENICOL PX EYE DPS | INR 21 for 5 ML EYE DROP | POLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL |
TAKCHLOR C 10MG/1MG/5000IU OINT | INR 46.2 for 5 GM OINTMENT | POLYMYXIN B 5000.0 IU, CHLORAMPHENICOL 10.0 MG, DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 MG |
TAKCHLOR C DPS | INR 25 for 5 ML DROP | POLYMYXIN B , DEXAMETHASONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL |