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About Simercetin 125mg Injection
Simercetin 125mg Injection belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat severe bacterial infections such as meningitis and typhoid. It should only be used when other antibiotics are not suitable. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Simercetin 125mg Injection does not work against infections caused by viruses, including colds and flu.
Simercetin 125mg Injection contains ‘Chloramphenicol’ that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, kills the bacteria and helps in treating infection. Simercetin 125mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dry mouth 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 use Simercetin 125mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Simercetin 125mg Injection is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor; the dose and duration may vary depending on the child’s weight and the severity of the infection. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interaction
Uses of Simercetin 125mg Injection
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Medicinal Benefits
Simercetin 125mg Injection belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines used to treat severe bacterial infections such as meningitis and typhoid. It should only be used when other antibiotics are not suitable. Simercetin 125mg Injection contains ‘Chloramphenicol’ that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills the bacteria and helps in treating infection. Simercetin 125mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Simercetin 125mg Injection if you are allergic to any of its components; or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines which may cause bone marrow depression if you have a cold, throat infection, viral influenza, kidney or liver problems, or if you are about to be or have recently been vaccinated. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal/vitamin supplements.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Habit Forming
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Alcohol
Consult your doctor
It is not known if alcohol interacts with Simercetin 125mg Injection. Please consult a doctor.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Simercetin 125mg Injection is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Simercetin 125mg Injection is not recommended for use during breastfeeding.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Simercetin 125mg Injection is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.
Liver
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have liver impairment/liver disease.
Kidney
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Simercetin 125mg Injection is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending on the child’s weight.
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Simercetin 125mg Injection is used to treat Bacterial infections.
Simercetin 125mg Injection works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins which are necessary for vital bacterial functions. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps treat infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Simercetin 125mg Injection. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in your stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Simercetin 125mg Injection is associated with various forms of anaemia (decreased white, red blood cells and platelets). This may lead to loss of immunity and the development of leukaemia in a few people. Consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Simercetin 125mg Injection should be used with great care in newborn babies to avoid grey syndrome, a condition occurring due to excessive toxic chloramphenicol metabolites. Treatment should be stopped immediately if the symptoms are identified.
Headache could be a side effect of Simercetin 125mg Injection. It is not necessary for everyone to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, consult a doctor.
Simercetin 125mg Injection mostly works shortly after administration, but to eliminate all the harmful bacteria, it may take a few days. Completing the full course of treatment is important for the Simercetin 125mg Injection effectiveness. If your condition doesn’t improve or worsens, consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you don’t get better after completing the full course of Simercetin 125mg Injection. Also, inform about the unwanted effects and the symptoms that worsen while using Simercetin 125mg Injection.
You are recommended not to stop taking Simercetin 125mg Injection without consulting your doctor as stopping it suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms. Therefore, continue taking Simercetin 125mg Injection for the duration prescribed and if you experience any difficulty while taking Simercetin 125mg Injection, consult your doctor so that the dose may be reduced gradually.
The side effects of Simercetin 125mg Injection include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, and dry mouth. These do not require any medical treatments as they gradually reduce over time. Please, consult the doctor if these side effects persist longer.
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