CompositionCHLOROMYCETIN 500mg Capsule is used for the management of serious bacterial infections, particularly when other antibiotics are ineffective or cannot be used. It contains chloramphenicol, a broad-spectrum antibiotic.
Chloramphenicol works by stopping bacteria from producing the proteins they need to grow and multiply, which helps clear even severe infections such as meningitis, brain abscesses, endocarditis and typhoid fever when other treatment options are limited.
Take this capsule exactly as your doctor prescribes, completing the full course even if you begin to feel better, since stopping early can allow the infection to return and encourages resistance. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as this can lead to serious side effects.
Chloramphenicol carries a small but serious risk of affecting the bone marrow, so your doctor will monitor your blood counts regularly during treatment; report any unusual bruising, bleeding, sore throat, fever, or extreme tiredness immediately. This medicine is generally reserved for serious infections and should not be used for minor illnesses.
