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Pheny is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Pheny have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Pheny depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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, Pheny can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pheny are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Pheny's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pheny related warnings talks about Pheny's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Pheny is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pheny contraindications section.
Additionally, Pheny may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pheny is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Pheny 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Pheny safe for pregnant women?
Pheny shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Pheny safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Pheny. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Pheny on the Kidneys?
Pheny has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pheny on the Liver?
Pheny 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.
What is the effect of Pheny on the Heart?
Pheny 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.
Pheny 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 Pheny unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pheny habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pheny has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pheny will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pheny is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pheny is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pheny
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Pheny to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pheny
Information about the interaction of Pheny and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Pheny 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, Pheny is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Pheny is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
Yes, Pheny 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.
Discontinuing Pheny on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Chloromycetin sodium succinate (chaloramphenicol sodium succinate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 739-742