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Wocol 1 Gm Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Wocol 1 Gm Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Wocol 1 Gm Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Wocol 1 Gm Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Wocol 1 Gm Injection 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 Wocol 1 Gm Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Wocol 1 Gm Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Wocol 1 Gm Injection related warnings section.
Wocol 1 Gm Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Wocol 1 Gm Injection in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Wocol 1 Gm Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Wocol 1 Gm Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Wocol 1 Gm Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Wocol 1 Gm Injection 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Wocol 1 Gm Injection 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.
Is the use of Wocol 1 Gm Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Wocol. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Wocol 1 Gm Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Wocol on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Wocol 1 Gm Injection 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.
What is the effect of Wocol 1 Gm Injection 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Wocol 1 Gm Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wocol 1 Gm Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Wocol 1 Gm Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Wocol 1 Gm Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Wocol 1 Gm Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Wocol 1 Gm Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Wocol 1 Gm Injection
When consumed with certain foods, Wocol 1 Gm Injection may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wocol 1 Gm Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Wocol 1 Gm Injection with alcohol will be.
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.
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.
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.
No, Wocol does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Wocol.
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.
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