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Renicol is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops, Ointment. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Renicol have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Renicol. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Renicol as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Renicol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Renicol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Renicol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Renicol related warnings section.
Renicol 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. The section on Renicol contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Renicol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Renicol is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Renicol 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.
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Is the use of Renicol safe for pregnant women?
Renicol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Renicol safe during breastfeeding?
Renicol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Renicol on the Kidneys?
Renicol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Renicol on the Liver?
Renicol can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Renicol on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Renicol. 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.
Renicol 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 Renicol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Renicol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Renicol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Renicol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Renicol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Renicol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Renicol
Some foods when eaten with Renicol can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Renicol
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Renicol with alcohol.
Yes, Renicol can cause blurred vision (optic neuritis) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug and it is reversible in nature. Usually, the vision is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Renicol 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.
No, Renicol does not cause weight loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, some of the animal studies have reported weight loss after long-term use of this drug. If you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Renicol is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Renicol 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, Renicol might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Renicol 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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