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Biosone C is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. The alternative uses of Biosone C have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Biosone C depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Biosone C include Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Abdominal Pain. Some other side effects of Biosone C have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Biosone C normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Biosone C is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Biosone C has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Biosone C related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Biosone C since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Biosone C contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Biosone C have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Biosone C is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Biosone C is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Biosone C safe for pregnant women?
Biosone C may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Biosone C again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Biosone C safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Biosone C for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Biosone C on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Biosone C. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Biosone C on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Biosone C. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Biosone C only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Biosone C on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Biosone C. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Biosone C should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biosone C unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biosone C habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Biosone C has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Biosone C
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Biosone C, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biosone C
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Biosone C with alcohol will be.
Yes, Biosone C might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Biosone C induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
Biosone C is a brand name of chloramphenicol and it comes in the various dosage forms such as an oral tablet, capsule, syrup, and eye drops. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of psittacosis also known as parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
Yes, Biosone C can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Biosone C is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.
Yes, Biosone C can cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Biosone C can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.
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