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Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

CHLORAMPHENICOL-250MG

Uses:

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits:

Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines used to treat bacterial infections. It is used to treat typhoid fever and other dangerous infections where other antibiotics are ineffective. Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule contains ‘Chloramphenicol’ that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps treat and prevent the spread of infections. Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

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Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

It is recommended to complete the course of Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule may cause blood problems in some cases, which could lead to slow healing or infections. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Regular blood tests are advised while taking Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule.

Use Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule only as prescribed by the doctor. Do not use Gravomycetin 250mg Capsule for longer durations. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.