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Biosone C is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. The alternative uses of Biosone C have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Biosone C depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Biosone C include Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Abdominal Pain. Some other side effects of Biosone C have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Biosone C 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Biosone C is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Biosone C has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Biosone C related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Biosone C since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Biosone C contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Biosone C have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Biosone C is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Biosone C is used to treat the following -
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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Biosone C safe for pregnant women?
Biosone C can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Biosone C right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Biosone C safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Biosone C on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Biosone C will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Biosone C on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Biosone C. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Biosone C on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Biosone C. 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 Biosone C on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Biosone C. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Biosone C 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 Biosone C unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biosone C habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Biosone C.
Interaction between Food and Biosone C
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Biosone C with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biosone C
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Biosone C and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Biosone C might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Biosone C 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.
Biosone C is a brand name of chloramphenicol and it comes in the various dosage forms such as an oral tablet, capsule, syrup, and eye drops. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of psittacosis also known as parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
Yes, Biosone C can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Biosone C is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.
Yes, Biosone C 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.
Yes, Biosone C can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.
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