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Cortison Kemicetine is used to treat the following -
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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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cortison Kemicetine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cortison Kemicetine safe for pregnant women?
Cortison Kemicetine may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Cortison Kemicetine, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Cortison Kemicetine safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Cortison Kemicetine in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Cortison Kemicetine on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cortison Kemicetine. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cortison Kemicetine on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cortison Kemicetine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cortison Kemicetine on the Heart?
Cortison Kemicetine 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.
Cortison Kemicetine 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 Cortison Kemicetine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cortison Kemicetine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cortison Kemicetine is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Cortison Kemicetine
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cortison Kemicetine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cortison Kemicetine
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cortison Kemicetine with alcohol.
Yes, Cortison Kemicetine covers all anaerobes. It effectively inhibits most of the anaerobic bacteria at therapeutic doses. An antibiotic sensitivity test is always recommended to confirm its susceptibility.
Cortison Kemicetine is a brand name of chloramphenicol and it comes in the various dosage forms such as an oral tablet, capsule, syrup, and eye drops. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of psittacosis also known as parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
Yes, Cortison Kemicetine 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.
No, Cortison Kemicetine does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Cortison Kemicetine. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Yes, Cortison Kemicetine can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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