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Cadimycetin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Cadimycetin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Cadimycetin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cadimycetin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cadimycetin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Cadimycetin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cadimycetin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Cadimycetin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cadimycetin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Cadimycetin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cadimycetin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cadimycetin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Cadimycetin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Cadimycetin. If you are pregnant, do not take Cadimycetin without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cadimycetin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Cadimycetin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cadimycetin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Cadimycetin on the Kidneys?
Cadimycetin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cadimycetin on the Liver?
Cadimycetin 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.
What is the effect of Cadimycetin on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Cadimycetin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Cadimycetin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cadimycetin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cadimycetin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cadimycetin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cadimycetin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Cadimycetin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cadimycetin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cadimycetin
Cadimycetin may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cadimycetin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cadimycetin with alcohol.
No, Cadimycetin does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Cadimycetin.
Yes, Cadimycetin is an antibiotic. It contains chloramphenicol which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
Yes, Cadimycetin may cause gray baby syndorme in newborn infants especially in premature baby, if this drug is given in higher doses. Gray baby syndrome is a rare side effect that occurs due to accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the newborn infant. The cause of gray baby syndrome is that the newborn baby lacks the some liver enzymes which are necessary to metabolize and removes this drug from the body. The accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the body leads to toxicity which causes development of symptoms such as vomiting, gray color of the skin, blue discoloration of lips and skin. To avoid gray baby syndrome the doses of Cadimycetin must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.
Cadimycetin 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.
Cadimycetin contains chloramphenicol which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which needs to survive. In the absence of protein, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed. It can also kill the bacteria in higher doses. Cadimycetin is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Salmonella species, Rickettsia species, Neisseria meningitidis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, and Staphylococcus pneumoniae.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Chloromycetin sodium succinate (chaloramphenicol sodium succinate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 739-742