Eptico Information
Eptico is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Eptico have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Eptico depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Eptico side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Eptico are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Eptico's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Eptico's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Eptico related warnings section.
Eptico is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Eptico have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Eptico with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Eptico is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Eptico Benefits & Uses
Eptico is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
- Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Meningitis
- Salmonella
- Psittacosis
- Eye Infections
- Eye Allergies
- Uveitis
Eptico 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 |
Eptico Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Eptico is used -
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
Eptico Related Warnings
-
Is the use of Eptico safe for pregnant women?
Eptico can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Eptico safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Eptico. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
Severe -
What is the effect of Eptico on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Eptico on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Eptico on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Eptico. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Eptico only after medical advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Eptico on the Heart?
Eptico 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.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Eptico with Other Drugs
Eptico should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Eptico Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eptico unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Allergy
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Eptico
-
Is this Eptico habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Eptico has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Eptico since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, Eptico is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Eptico cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Eptico Interactions with Food and Alcohol
-
Interaction between Food and Eptico
Eptico may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Eptico
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Eptico with alcohol.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Eptico
Question about 6 years ago
Is Eptico helpful in typhoid?
Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Yes, Eptico is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Eptico with paracetamol?
Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine
Yes, Eptico can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Eptico is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can Eptico cause headache?
Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other
Yes, Eptico can cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.
Question about 6 years ago
Does Eptico treat gonorrhea?
ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Eptico 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 almost 7 years ago
Can Eptico cause nausea and vomiting?
Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Rarely, Eptico causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.
See all substitutes for Eptico
- Haslab Drox 27 Chloramphenicol Drop - ₹144
- Chloromycetin Ear Drop - ₹33
- Otek Eye Drop - ₹32
- Chlorocol Eye Drop - ₹48
- Paraxin Ear Drop 5ml - ₹9
- Cetacol Eye Drop - ₹44
- Opthomycin Plus Eye Drop - ₹19
- Opthomycetin Plus Eye Drop - ₹24
- Opthomycetin Eye Drop - ₹20
- Ocuchlor Eye Drop - ₹9
- Lorphen Eye Drop - ₹19
- Eptico Eye Drop - ₹13
- Chlorocain Ear Drop - ₹24
- Chloral Eye Drop - ₹23
- Dexoren Eye Drop - ₹24
- Biomycetin Ear Drop - ₹31
- Andrecin Eye Drop - ₹11
- Vanmycetin Eye Drop - ₹34
- Optichlor Eye Drop - ₹22
- Aglomycetin 125 Mg Eye Drop - ₹7
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
