Sitamycetine Suspension

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Composition FOR Sitamycetine 125mg Suspension

Chloramphenicol(125mg)

food interaction for Sitamycetine Suspension

alcohol interaction for Sitamycetine Suspension

pregnancy interaction for Sitamycetine Suspension

lactation interaction for Sitamycetine Suspension

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Sitamycetine Suspension is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
Consuming alcohol while taking Sitamycetine Suspension may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
UNSAFE
Sitamycetine Suspension 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
Sitamycetine Suspension 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 Sitamycetine 125mg Suspension

Chloramphenicol(125mg)

Sitamycetine suspension 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 sitamycetine suspension works

Sitamycetine Suspension 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 sitamycetine suspension

Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Taste change

SUBSTITUTES FOR Sitamycetine Suspension

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  • Entechlor Suspension
    (60 ml Suspension in bottle)
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  • Qclor 125mg Suspension
    (60 ml Suspension in bottle)
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    Rs. 0.47/ml of Suspension
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    Rs. 29
    save 9% more per ml of Suspension
  • Acronicol Suspension
    (60 ml Suspension in bottle)
    Acron Pharmaceuticals
    Rs. 0.53/ml of Suspension
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    Rs. 33
    pay 3% more per ml of Suspension
  • Welmycin Suspension
    (60 ml Suspension in bottle)
    Vostok & Wilcure Remedies
    Rs. 0.45/ml of Suspension
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    Rs. 28
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  • Clorocin 125mg Suspension
    (50 ml Suspension in bottle)
    Bindlysh Biotec Ltd
    Rs. 0.62/ml of Suspension
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    Rs. 31.90
    pay 20% more per ml of Suspension

Expert advice FOR Sitamycetine Suspension

  • 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 Sitamycetine 125mg Suspension

Chloramphenicol

Q. How long does Sitamycetine Suspension takes to work?
Usually, Sitamycetine Suspension 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 Sitamycetine Suspension?
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 Sitamycetine Suspension when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Sitamycetine Suspension 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 12 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)