Osochlor 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. However, it will not treat a viral infection.Osochlor 500mg Tablet may be effective even when bacteria have developed resistance to other antibiotics. It should be taken on an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, taste change. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, your doctor may advise some blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting, sweating, anxiety, and palpitations.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Osochlor 500mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Osochlor 500mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Osochlor 500mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Osochlor 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Osochlor 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Osochlor 500mg Tablet may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

- Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Osochlor 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Osochlor 500mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Osochlor 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Osochlor 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

strip of 10 tablets

Chemical Class :: Amphenicols
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: OTOLOGICALS
Action Class :: Chloramphenicol

Bacterial infections

Store below 30?C

Q. How long does Osochlor 500mg Tablet takes to work?::: Usually, Osochlor 500mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.| Q. What if I don't get better after using Osochlor 500mg Tablet?::: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.| Q. Can I stop taking Osochlor 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?::: No, do not stop taking Osochlor 500mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
Taste change