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P.Col, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Allergy, Asthma. The alternative uses of P.Col have also been explained below.
The right dosage of P.Col depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of P.Col include Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of P.Col as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of P.Col are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of P.Col is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to P.Col's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
P.Col is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the P.Col contraindications section.
Drug reaction of P.Col with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that P.Col is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
P.Col is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of P.Col safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take P.Col safely.
Is the use of P.Col safe during breastfeeding?
P.Col does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of P.Col on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking P.Col. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of P.Col on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking P.Col. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of P.Col on the Heart?
P.Col can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
P.Col should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take P.Col unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this P.Col habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to P.Col.
Interaction between Food and P.Col
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with P.Col, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and P.Col
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking P.Col with alcohol.
No, P.Col does not contain penicillin. It contains chloramphenicol which belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin. It is also used for those patients who are allergic to penicillin and are suffering from the serious bacterial infection.
Yes, P.Col 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 discoloration of lips and skin. To avoid gray baby syndrome the doses of P.Col must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.
Yes, P.Col has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, P.Col 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, P.Col 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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