Curamycin 250mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Curamycin 250mg Tablet

Chloramphenicol(250mg)

food interaction for Curamycin Tablet

alcohol interaction for Curamycin Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Curamycin Tablet

lactation interaction for Curamycin Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Curamycin 250mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
Consuming alcohol while taking Curamycin 250mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
UNSAFE
Curamycin 250mg Tablet 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Curamycin 250mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Curamycin 250mg Tablet

Chloramphenicol(250mg)

Curamycin tablet uses

{med_name} 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.

How curamycin tablet works

Curamycin 250mg Tablet 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.

Common side effects of curamycin tablet

Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Taste change

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Expert advice FOR Curamycin Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed Chloramphenicol to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Your doctor may get blood tests done to check your blood cells before starting treatment and regularly thereafter.
  • Do not use Chloramphenicol if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease.

Frequently asked questions FOR Curamycin 250mg Tablet

Chloramphenicol

Q. How long does Curamycin 250mg Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Curamycin 250mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Curamycin 250mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Curamycin 250mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Curamycin 250mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)