Phenicol Suspension 60ml

Introduction About PHENICOL SUSPENSION

PHENICOL SUSPENSION contains Chloramphenicol which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used for the management of bacterial meningitis, typhoid fever, rickettsial infections, septicaemia, eye infections, bacterial infections of the outer ear, cystic fibrosis, and other conditions.

Your doctor might conduct blood tests during management with PHENICOL SUSPENSION. It is not recommended for use if you have bone marrow depression and blood dyscrasias.

PHENICOL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with liver or kidney diseases, anaemia, bleeding, or other blood problems. Contact your doctor before taking.

PHENICOL SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in pregnancy, particularly in the last trimester. Contact your doctor before taking. PHENICOL SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in nursing mothers as it may pass through breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking.

PHENICOL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in children under 2 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking.

The most common side effects of taking PHENICOL SUSPENSION are stomach upset, diarrhoea, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Contact your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.

Uses Of PHENICOL SUSPENSION

It is used to manage:

• bacterial meningitis
• typhoid fever
• rickettsial infections
• septicaemia
• eye infections
• bacterial infections of the outer ear, cystic fibrosis

How PHENICOL SUSPENSION Works

PHENICOL SUSPENSION works by binding to the bacterial ribosome and inhibiting protein synthesis, thereby stopping the bacterial growth and manages bacterial infection effectively.

How to use PHENICOL SUSPENSION

Always take PHENICOL SUSPENSION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of PHENICOL SUSPENSION depending upon your age, body weight and disease severity.

Side Effects Of PHENICOL SUSPENSION

How To Manage Side Effects

Headache:

Take rest. Have good amount of sleep. Do have a balanced diet and at regular intervals. Add more fluids to your diet. Drink plenty of water to replenish water stores. Contact your doctor if the headache does not improve.

Diarrhoea:

Drink plenty of water or fruit juices to keep yourself hydrated. Do not take any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea and contact your doctor if diarrhoea worsen.

Nausea and Vomiting:

Take the medicine, with or just after a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy food. Contact your doctor if nausea worsen.

Stomach upset:

Try to rest and relax. Eat small meals but take frequently. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. Contact your doctor if the stomach upset did not improve.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

PHENICOL SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in pregnancy, particularly in the last trimester. Contact your doctor before taking.

Breastfeeding

PHENICOL SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in nursing mothers as it may pass through breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking.

Kidney

PHENICOL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Contact your doctor before taking.

Liver

PHENICOL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Contact your doctor before taking.

Allergy

Do not take PHENICOL SUSPENSION if you are allergic to Chloramphenicol or any other constituents of this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Inform your doctor before taking PHENICOL SUSPENSION if you are taking any of these medicines:

• ceftazidime (used to manage bacterial infections)
• chlorpropamide, tolbutamide (used to manage diabetes)
• cyanocobalamin (used to manage anaemia and neuropathy)
• cyclosporine, tacrolimus (medicines used to manage rejection of organ transplantation)
• warfarin, dicumarol (medicine used to manage blood clots)
• phenytoin, fosphenytoin, phenobarbitone (medicines used to manage fits)
• rifampin, rifapentine (medicines used to manage tuberculosis)
• tetanus toxoid (used to manage tetanus)
• cholera vaccine (vaccine used to manage cholera)
• citalopram (used to manage depression)
• voriconazole (used to manage fungal infections)
• iron and folic acid (medicines used to manage anaemia)
• cyclophosphamide (used to manage cancer)
• oral contraceptives (medicines for managing pregnancy)
• paracetamol (used to manage fever and pain)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of PHENICOL SUSPENSION, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep PHENICOL SUSPENSION out of sight and reach of children
• Store PHENICOL SUSPENSION below 30°C

FAQs About PHENICOL SUSPENSION

What oral care should I take while using PHENICOL SUSPENSION?

PHENICOL SUSPENSION may cause blood problems resulting in increased chances of infection, slow healing, and bleeding of the gums. Hence, it is better to be careful while using toothbrushes, dental floss, and toothpicks. In any case if you need to go for a dental surgery, get it done either before starting management with this medicine or delay it till you have got a normal blood count.

What are the precautions to be taken before using PHENICOL SUSPENSION?

Before taking PHENICOL SUSPENSION tell your doctor if you have anaemia, bleeding, or other blood problems, liver or kidney problems.

What is the use of PHENICOL SUSPENSION?

PHENICOL SUSPENSION is used for the management of bacterial meningitis, typhoid fever rickettsial infections, septicaemia, eye infections, bacterial infections of the outer ear, cystic fibrosis and other conditions.

How PHENICOL SUSPENSION works in the body?

PHENICOL SUSPENSION works by binding to the bacterial ribosome and inhibiting protein synthesis, thereby stopping the bacterial growth and manages bacterial infection effectively.

What are the side effects of taking PHENICOL SUSPENSION?

The most common side effects of taking PHENICOL SUSPENSION are stomach upset, diarrhoea, headache, nausea and vomiting. Contact your doctor if any of the side effects bothers you.

Is PHENICOL SUSPENSION safe in pregnancy?

PHENICOL SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in pregnancy, particularly in the last trimester. Contact your doctor before taking.

References

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Complete Blood Count
• Blood sugar levels

Author Details

Written By Dr. Janet.C - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Salem Gill - MBBS

Last updated on 16 Nov 2022 | 12:00 AM(IST)