Paraxin

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Chloramphenicol 250 mg, 500 mg capsules with brand name Chloromycetin/Paraxin 250 mg, 500 mg (international) and Paraxin 250 mg, 500 mg (national), is an antibiotic.

Uses:

Chloromycetin/Paraxin 250 mg, 500 mg capsules are used to treat serious bacterial infections. The medicine is capable of fighting gram-negative bacteria that causes infections such as meningitis and rickettsia and cannot be treated with some other antibiotic.

 

Dosage:

Dosage of Paraxin 250 mg, 500 mg capsules varies depending on the age and weight of the patient. The dosage generally given is as follows:

• 1 year to less than 13 years- Children should be given 12.5 mg/kg three to four times in a day.
• Above 13 years- 1 g three to four times daily.

 

Side effects:

Side effects caused by Chloramphenicol 250 mg, 500 mg capsules do not require any medical attention. Major side effects are seen in rare cases. But you need to consult your doctor if any of the symptoms persists.

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Depression
• Allergic reactions such as swelling in lips and face
• Unusual bleeding
• Anaemia
• Dark urine
• Mild fever with soar throat
• Breathing problem
• Tingling in arms and feet
• Numbness
• Taste change

 

Precautions and measures:

Although the side effects caused by Paraxin 250 mg, 500 mg capsules are not major but it’s always the best option to take precautionary measures. Certain precaution which need to taken while treating the patient with Chloramphenicol 250 mg, 500 mg capsulesare:

• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to the active ingredients of the medicine.
• Inform your doctor if you have any liver disorder as the drug may have adverse effect on the liver.
• The medicine is not recommended for kids below one year.
• Tell your doctor if you have been vaccinated recently or vaccination is scheduled as the drug can make the vaccine ineffective.
• Irrational usage of the drug might cause the bacteria to become resistant towards the drug. Thus long term usage should be avoided.
• Tell your doctor if you suffer from anaemia as the medicine can make the situation worse.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant as the medicine should only be used when necessary.
• Do not breast feed while being on this medication.

 

Benefits:

Benefits of Paraxin 250 mg, 500 mg capsules are:

• Effective in treating serious bacterial infections.
• Works quickly letting you feel better with the intake of few doses.
• Easy to store.
• Kills the disease causing bacteria and inhibits the comeback.

 

Storage:

• Chloramphenicol 250 mg, 500 mg capsules should be stored at room temperature (10-30 degree centigrade).
• Keep away from the reach of children.

Do not use if expired.