Elphenicol 500mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Chloramphenicol (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Elphenicol 500mg 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
Elphenicol 500mg 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. Elphenicol 500mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Elphenicol 500mg 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
Your doctor has prescribed Elphenicol 500mg Tablet 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 Elphenicol 500mg 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 Elphenicol 500mg Tablet take to start working?
Elphenicol 500mg Tablet typically starts working soon after taking it. However, complete relief from symptoms may take several days as the bacteria are killed and your body recovers.
What should I do if I don't feel better after using Elphenicol 500mg Tablet?
If you do not improve after taking the full course of Elphenicol 500mg Tablet, contact your doctor. It is crucial to inform them about any worsening symptoms that may occur during or after treatment.
Can I stop taking Elphenicol 500mg Tablet before my symptoms are completely gone?
No, you should not stop Elphenicol 500mg Tablet prematurely even if your symptoms improve. It is essential to complete the entire course of treatment as directed by your doctor.
