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Chloranicol 1000 Injection Benefits & Uses

Chloranicol 1000 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Ear Infection
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Salmonella
Psittacosis
Eye Infections
Eye Allergies
Uveitis

Chloranicol 1000 Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Chloranicol 1000 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chloranicol 1000 Injection is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea

Chloranicol 1000 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Chloranicol 1000 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Chloranicol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Chloranicol 1000 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Chloranicol. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Chloranicol 1000 Injection on the Kidneys?

Chloranicol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Chloranicol 1000 Injection on the Liver?

Chloranicol may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chloranicol 1000 Injection on the Heart?

Chloranicol can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Chloranicol 1000 Injection with Other Drugs

Chloranicol 1000 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Chloranicol 1000 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chloranicol 1000 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Chloranicol 1000 Injection

Is this Chloranicol 1000 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Chloranicol 1000 Injection is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Chloranicol 1000 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Chloranicol 1000 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Chloranicol 1000 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Chloranicol 1000 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chloranicol 1000 Injection

When consumed with certain foods, Chloranicol 1000 Injection may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Chloranicol 1000 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Chloranicol 1000 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Chloranicol 1000 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Does Chloranicol cover enterococcus?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

No, Chloranicol does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Chloranicol. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Chloranicol cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Chloranicol does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Chloranicol.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Chloranicol cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chloranicol has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Chloranicol bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Chloranicol is bacteriostatic at the therapeutic dose that means it inhibits the growth of the bacteria but it can be bactericidal at higher doses. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which it needs to survive. In the absence of protein synthesis, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Chloranicol cause anemia?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Chloranicol might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Chloranicol induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.