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Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

CHLORAMPHENICOL-1GM

Uses:

Bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits:

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines used to treat severe bacterial infections such as meningitis and typhoid. It should only be used when other antibiotics are not suitable. Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm contains ‘Chloramphenicol’ that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps in treating infection. Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

FAQs

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps treat infections.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in your stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm is associated with various forms of anaemia (decreased white, red blood cells and platelets). This may lead to loss of immunity and the development of leukaemia in a few people. Consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm should be used with great care in newborn babies to avoid grey syndrome, a condition occurring due to excessive toxic chloramphenicol metabolites. Treatment should be stopped immediately if the symptoms are identified.

Headache could be a side effect of Biophenicol Succinate Injection 1gm. It is not necessary for everyone to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, consult a doctor.