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Ranphenicol Information

Ranphenicol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Ranphenicol have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Ranphenicol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ranphenicol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ranphenicol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Ranphenicol has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ranphenicol related warnings talks about Ranphenicol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Ranphenicol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ranphenicol in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. The section on Ranphenicol contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Ranphenicol have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Ranphenicol Benefits & Uses

Ranphenicol 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

Ranphenicol 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ranphenicol Related Warnings

Is the use of Ranphenicol safe for pregnant women?

Ranphenicol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Ranphenicol safe during breastfeeding?

Ranphenicol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Ranphenicol on the Kidneys?

Ranphenicol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ranphenicol on the Liver?

Ranphenicol 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 Ranphenicol on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Ranphenicol. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Ranphenicol with Other Drugs

Ranphenicol 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

Ranphenicol Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Ranphenicol

Is this Ranphenicol habit forming or addictive?

Ranphenicol is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ranphenicol since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Ranphenicol should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Ranphenicol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Ranphenicol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ranphenicol

Ranphenicol may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ranphenicol

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ranphenicol and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ranphenicol

Question about 4 years ago

Does Ranphenicol cause gray baby syndrome?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ranphenicol 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 Ranphenicol must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Ranphenicol helpful in typhoid?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Ranphenicol 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ranphenicol cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Ranphenicol causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ranphenicol cause anemia?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Ranphenicol might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Ranphenicol 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ranphenicol cause headache?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Ranphenicol 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.