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Wocol Information

Wocol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Injection, Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Wocol have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Wocol is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Wocol have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Wocol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Wocol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Wocol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Wocol related warnings section.

Wocol 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 Wocol contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Wocol is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Wocol Benefits & Uses

Wocol 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

Wocol 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

Wocol Related Warnings

Is the use of Wocol safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Wocol safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Wocol on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Wocol on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Wocol on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Wocol. 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Wocol on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Wocol. 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 Wocol with Other Drugs

Wocol 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

Wocol Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Wocol

Is this Wocol habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Wocol has not been reported.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Wocol should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Wocol in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Wocol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Wocol

When consumed with certain foods, Wocol may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Wocol

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Wocol with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Wocol

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Wocol without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Wocol is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Wocol cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Wocol 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Wocol with paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Wocol can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Wocol is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Wocol cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Wocol does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Wocol.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Wocol cover anaerobes?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Wocol covers all anaerobes. It effectively inhibits most of the anaerobic bacteria at therapeutic doses. An antibiotic sensitivity test is always recommended to confirm its susceptibility.