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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Paraxin 500 Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections. It contains Chloramphenicol, which kills the infection-causing bacteria. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and headache. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Paraxin 500 Capsule

Paraxin 500 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. Paraxin 500 Capsule does not work against infections caused by viruses, including colds and flu.
 
Paraxin 500 Capsule contains Chloramphenicol, which 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. Paraxin 500 Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
 
The dose of Paraxin 500 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 Paraxin 500 Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Paraxin 500 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 Paraxin 500 Capsule

Paraxin 500 Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections.

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.

Medicinal Benefits

Paraxin 500 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. Paraxin 500 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. Paraxin 500 Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

How Paraxin 500 Capsule Works

Paraxin 500 Capsule contains Chloramphenicol, which 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. Paraxin 500 Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Paraxin 500 Capsule

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache

What if I have taken an overdose of Paraxin 500 Capsule

Take Paraxin 500 Capsule only as prescribed by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Paraxin 500 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. Paraxin 500 Capsule is not recommended for use in children.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
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ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
Taking Flibanserin with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's 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.
ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
Taking lomitapide with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's 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.
ChloramphenicolTriazolam
Critical
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
Taking Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's with triazolam can increased the effects of Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's 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.
ChloramphenicolAcalabrutinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of acalabrutinib with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's can significantly increases the blood levels of acalabrutinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's and Acalabrutinib, but it can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience symptoms like paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, call your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ChloramphenicolClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
Taking Clozapine with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Clozapine and Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolLemborexant
Severe
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
When Lemborexant is taken with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's, may increase the blood levels of Lemborexant.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's 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.
ChloramphenicolCisapride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
Taking cisapride together with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's may significantly increase the blood levels of cisapride that may increase risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's 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.
ChloramphenicolEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
When Everolimus is taken with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's 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.
ChloramphenicolIvacaftor
Severe
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
Taking Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's and Ivacaftor may increase the blood levels of ivacaftor that increases risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's 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.
ChloramphenicolVoclosporin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's:
Taking Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's with Voclosporin can increase the blood levels of voclosporin which increases risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Paraxin 500 Capsule 10's and Voclosporin together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you have any unusual symptoms, it's important to contact a 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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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.

Habit Forming

No

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Paraxin 500 Capsule Substitute

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Alcohol

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It is not known if alcohol interacts with Paraxin 500 Capsule . Please consult a doctor if you have concerns.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Do not take Paraxin 500 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 Paraxin 500 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

Paraxin 500 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 Paraxin 500 Capsule .

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Paraxin 500 Capsule .

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Children

Consult your doctor

Paraxin 500 Capsule should be used for children only if advised by the doctor.

FAQs

Paraxin 500 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 Paraxin 500 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 Paraxin 500 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).
Paraxin 500 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 Paraxin 500 Capsule .
Use Paraxin 500 Capsule only as prescribed by the doctor. Do not use Paraxin 500 Capsule for longer durations. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

401, LSC, C-Block, Mohan Place Saraswati Vihar Delhi DL 110034 In
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