Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque)'s effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque)'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 Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque), it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) is used -
Mild
Is the use of Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Chloramphenicol Palmitate. If you are pregnant, do not take Chloramphenicol Palmitate without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Chloramphenicol Palmitate. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Chloramphenicol Palmitate on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) on the Liver?
Chloramphenicol Palmitate can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Chloramphenicol Palmitate. 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.
Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) 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 Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque)
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque) to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque)
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Chloramphenicol Palmitate (Torque).
No, Chloramphenicol Palmitate does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Chloramphenicol Palmitate.
Yes, Chloramphenicol Palmitate 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.
Yes, Chloramphenicol Palmitate 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.
Take Chloramphenicol Palmitate as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Chloramphenicol Palmitate 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.
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