Levomycetin Succinate Soluble

Levomycetin succinate soluble is an antibiotic from the chloramphenicol group. It is a powder that is used to prepare an injection solution. Levomycetin succinate is produced in various countries, including Russia, Ukraine and others.

This drug contains the active substance chloramphenicol sodium succinate. It has a wide spectrum of antibacterial action and is used to treat various infectious diseases. Some of the indications for use include typhoid fever, typhus, paratyphoid fever, brucellosis, rickettsiosis, tularemia, dysentery, whooping cough, chlamydia, meningitis, pneumonia, sepsis, osteomyelitis, purulent inflammatory skin diseases, purulent wounds, infected burns, cracked nipples and infectious eye diseases.

However, chloramphenicol succinate has some contraindications. Its use is not recommended in case of hypersensitivity to the drug, diseases of the hematopoietic organs, acute porphyria, severe renal and liver dysfunction, as well as psoriasis, eczema, fungal diseases, pregnancy, lactation and early childhood.

When using chloramphenicol succinate, some side effects may occur, including nausea, vomiting, loose stools, irritation of the mucous membranes of the mouth and pharynx, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, reticulocytopenia, hypohemoglobinemia, agranulocytosis, anemia, psychomotor disorders, disturbances of consciousness, delirium, visual and auditory hallucinations, paralysis of the eyeballs, taste disturbance, decreased hearing and visual acuity, dysbacteriosis, superinfection, cardiovascular collapse, dermatitis and allergic reactions.

You should also pay attention to the interactions of chloramphenicol succinate with other drugs. For example, cycloserine can increase hematotoxicity, and phenobarbital can accelerate biotransformation and reduce the concentration and duration of effect of chloramphenicol succinate. The drug is also incompatible with some other drugs, including cytostatics, sulfonamides, pyrazolone derivatives, diphenin, barbiturates and alcohol.

In case of overdose, chloramphenicol succinate is a strong antibiotic, so its use should only be under medical supervision. Overdose may cause serious side effects, including hematopoietic disorders, psychomotor disorders and cardiovascular collapse. In case of overdose, seek medical help immediately.

It is important to note that the information I have provided is general information only and is not intended to replace consultation with a physician. If you have questions or concerns about chloramphenicol succinate or any other medicine, it is recommended that you consult with a healthcare professional.