Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone : Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone Benefits & Uses

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Allergies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone is used -

Severe

Bone Fracture

Moderate

Bradycardia

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Common

Facial swelling
Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)
पेट दर्द
Decreased blood pressure

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone Related Warnings

Is the use of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone safe for pregnant women?

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone on the Kidneys?

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone on the Heart?

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Severe Interaction of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone with Other Drugs

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Rifampicin

Aspirin(ASA)

Furosemide

Carbamazepine

Ketoconazole

Isosorbide Mononitrate

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis
Shock
Infections
Tuberculous Meningitis (TBM)
Dehydration
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency
Gastritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Scleroderma
Depression
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Osteoporosis
Diabetes
Myasthenia Gravis
Diaper Rash
Tuberculosis (TB)

Frequently asked Questions about Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone

Is this Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone has not been reported.

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone

There is no information on the effects of taking Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone with alcohol.

Frequently asked Questions about Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone treat gonorrhea?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone contain penicillin?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone does not contain penicillin. It contains chloramphenicol which belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin. It is also used for those patients who are allergic to penicillin and are suffering from the serious bacterial infection.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone work?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone 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. Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone cause fever?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone has been reported to cause fever and chills but this occurs in a few cases. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try taking antipyretics (drugs that reduces fever, such as paracetamol) if the fever relapses again then discuss it with your doctor.