Fencol: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fencol Information

Fencol is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Injection, Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Fencol have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Fencol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fencol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fencol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fencol is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Fencol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fencol related warnings section.

Fencol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Fencol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Fencol with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Fencol, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Fencol Benefits & Uses
Fencol Dosage & How to Take
Fencol Side Effects
Fencol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fencol with Other Drugs
Fencol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fencol
Fencol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fencol Benefits & Uses

Fencol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Ear Infection
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Salmonella
Psittacosis
Eye Infections
Eye Allergies
Uveitis

Fencol Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
Geriatric	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml

Fencol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fencol is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea

Fencol Related Warnings

Is the use of Fencol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fencol. If you are pregnant, do not take Fencol without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fencol safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Fencol. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Fencol on the Kidneys?

Fencol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fencol on the Liver?

Fencol may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fencol on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Fencol. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Fencol with Other Drugs

Fencol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Fencol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fencol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Fencol

Is this Fencol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fencol is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Fencol will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Fencol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Fencol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fencol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fencol

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Fencol to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Fencol

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fencol with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fencol

Question about 6 years ago

Does Fencol cause gray baby syndrome?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Fencol may cause gray baby syndorme in newborn infants especially in premature baby, if this drug is given in higher doses. Gray baby syndrome is a rare side effect that occurs due to accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the newborn infant. The cause of gray baby syndrome is that the newborn baby lacks the some liver enzymes which are necessary to metabolize and removes this drug from the body. The accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the body leads to toxicity which causes development of symptoms such as vomiting, gray color of the skin, blue discolouration of lips and skin. To avoid gray baby syndrome the doses of Fencol must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Fencol treat meningitis?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Fencol can treat meningitis. It is a bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis that causes inflammation of the meninges around the brain and spinal cord. The duration of the treatment is usually 2 weeks.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Fencol with ibuprofen?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fencol can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fencol cause fever?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fencol has been reported to cause fever and chills but this occurs in a few cases. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try taking antipyretics (drugs that reduces fever, such as paracetamol) if the fever relapses again then discuss it with your doctor.