Entero Injection

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Composition FOR Entero NA Injection

Chloramphenicol(NA)

food interaction for Entero Injection

alcohol interaction for Entero Injection

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lactation interaction for Entero Injection

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No interaction found/established
Consuming alcohol while taking Entero Injection may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
UNSAFE
Entero Injection 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.
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Entero Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Entero NA Injection

Chloramphenicol(NA)

Entero injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.

How entero injection works

Entero Injection 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 entero injection

Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Taste change, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

SUBSTITUTES FOR Entero Injection

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Entero Injection

  • 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.
  • The injection may be given into a muscle (intramuscularly) or into a vein (intravenously).
  • 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 Entero NA Injection

Chloramphenicol

Q. How long does Entero Injection takes to work?
Usually, Entero Injection 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 Entero Injection?
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 Entero Injection when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Entero Injection 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)