Biomycetin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Biomycetin have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Biomycetin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Biomycetin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Biomycetin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Biomycetin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Biomycetin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Biomycetin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Biomycetin in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Biomycetin contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Biomycetin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Biomycetin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Biomycetin 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Biomycetin is used -
Mild
Is the use of Biomycetin safe for pregnant women?
Biomycetin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Biomycetin without medical advice.
Is the use of Biomycetin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Biomycetin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Biomycetin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Biomycetin on the Kidneys?
Biomycetin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Biomycetin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Biomycetin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Biomycetin on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Biomycetin. 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.
Biomycetin 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 Biomycetin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biomycetin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Biomycetin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Biomycetin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Biomycetin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Biomycetin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Biomycetin
When consumed with certain foods, Biomycetin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biomycetin
Information about the interaction of Biomycetin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Discontinuing Biomycetin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Biomycetin 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.
No, Biomycetin does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Biomycetin. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Yes, Biomycetin 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.
Yes, Biomycetin can cause blurred vision (optic neuritis) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug and it is reversible in nature. Usually, the vision is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
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