Chlorocept 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Concept Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Chloramphenicol (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Chlorocept 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Chlorocept 250mg Tablet may be effective even when bacteria have developed resistance to other antibiotics. It should be taken on an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Chlorocept 250mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Chlorocept 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.
Quick Tips
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 Chlorocept 250mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chlorocept 250mg Tablet take to work?
Chlorocept 250mg Tablets usually start working soon after you take them. However, it may take a few days for the medicine to kill all harmful bacteria and completely relieve your symptoms.
What if I don't get better after using Chlorocept 250mg Tablet?
If you do not improve after completing the full course of Chlorocept 250mg Tablets, talk to your doctor immediately. It is also important to inform them if your symptoms are getting worse while taking the medication.
Can I stop taking Chlorocept 250mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Chlorocept 250mg Tablets before completing the full course of treatment. Even if you feel better, it is important to finish the whole prescribed dosage, as the medication may still be working.
