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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alchemist Life Sciences Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
Other Info - AL37768

FAQs

Alphenicol 250mg Capsule works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect Alphenicol 250mg Capsule. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

It is recommended to complete the course of Alphenicol 250mg Capsule even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Alphenicol 250mg Capsule may cause blood problems in some cases, which could lead to slow healing or infections. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Regular blood tests are advised while taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule.

Use Alphenicol 250mg Capsule only as prescribed by the doctor. Do not use Alphenicol 250mg Capsule for longer durations. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule. Please consult a doctor if you have concerns.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Do not take Alphenicol 250mg Capsule if you are pregnant as it may harm your foetus. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Do not take Alphenicol 250mg Capsule if you are breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk and harm your infant. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Alphenicol 250mg Capsule does not affect your ability to drive. However, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease before taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule.

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Children

Unsafe

Alphenicol 250mg Capsule is not recommended for use in children. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

About Alphenicol 250mg Capsule

Alphenicol 250mg Capsule belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines used to treat bacterial infections. It is used to treat typhoid fever and other dangerous infections where other antibiotics are ineffective. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Alphenicol 250mg Capsule does not work against infections caused by viruses, including colds and flu.
 
Alphenicol 250mg Capsule contains ‘Chloramphenicol’ that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps treat and prevent the spread of infections. Alphenicol 250mg Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
 
The dose of Alphenicol 250mg Capsule can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Do not take Alphenicol 250mg Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Alphenicol 250mg Capsule is not recommended for use in children. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Uses of Alphenicol 250mg Capsule

Bacterial infections

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Medicinal Benefits

Alphenicol 250mg Capsule belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines used to treat bacterial infections. It is used to treat typhoid fever and other dangerous infections where other antibiotics are ineffective. Alphenicol 250mg Capsule contains ‘Chloramphenicol’ that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps treat and prevent the spread of infections. Alphenicol 250mg Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not chew or break it.Liquid/Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the pack's measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Side Effects of Alphenicol 250mg Capsule

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache

Drug Warnings

Do not take Alphenicol 250mg Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components, if you have been recently vaccinated if you have porphyria (a metabolism disorder), minor infection, if you are taking medicines that may suppress the bone marrow, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems. Chloramphenicol may cause grey baby syndrome (a condition in which the baby’s skin appears grey); please consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Alphenicol 250mg Capsule is not recommended for use in children.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
ChloramphenicolTriazolam
Critical

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ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
Taking Flibanserin with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule with Flibanserin is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolTriazolam
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
Taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule with triazolam can increased the effects of Alphenicol 250mg Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. In case you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
Taking lomitapide with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule with Lomitapide is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolCisapride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
Taking cisapride together with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule may significantly increase the blood levels of cisapride that may increase risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Alphenicol 250mg Capsule with Cisapride can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately If you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolIvacaftor
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
Taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule and Ivacaftor may increase the blood levels of ivacaftor that increases risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule and Ivacaftor together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolBrigatinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
Taking brigatinib with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule may increase the blood levels of brigatinib that may increase risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Alphenicol 250mg Capsule with Brigatinib can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, or pain and burning during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
ChloramphenicolEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
When Everolimus is taken with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Alphenicol 250mg Capsule with Everolimus can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience any unusual symptoms like persistent cough, fever, chills, mouth ulcers, paleness, unusual bruising, bleeding or blood in stools or urine, it's important to contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ChloramphenicolGuanfacine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
Taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule and Guanfacine may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of guanfacine.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Alphenicol 250mg Capsule and Guanfacine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. It's important to keep an eye on your blood pressure and heart rate. However, if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, palpitations consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolNaloxegol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
Taking Naloxegol and Alphenicol 250mg Capsule can significantly increase the blood levels of naloxegol that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule and Naloxegol together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience sweating, runny nose, or abdominal pain contact your doctor know right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolLemborexant
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule:
When Lemborexant is taken with Alphenicol 250mg Capsule, may increase the blood levels of Lemborexant.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Alphenicol 250mg Capsule and Lemborexant together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you're having any of these symptoms like feeling down, having thoughts of hurting yourself, or having a headache, it's important to reach out to your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Habit Forming

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

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