Elphenicol Information
Elphenicol Benefits & Uses
Elphenicol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- 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
Elphenicol 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Elphenicol Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Elphenicol is used -
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
Elphenicol Related Warnings
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Is the use of Elphenicol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Elphenicol . If you are pregnant, do not take Elphenicol without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Elphenicol safe during breastfeeding?
Elphenicol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Elphenicol on the Kidneys?
Elphenicol rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Elphenicol on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Elphenicol . If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Elphenicol only after medical advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Elphenicol on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Elphenicol . If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Elphenicol with Other Drugs
Elphenicol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Elphenicol Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elphenicol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Allergy
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Elphenicol
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Is this Elphenicol habit forming or addictive?
Elphenicol is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Elphenicol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Elphenicol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Elphenicol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Elphenicol Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Elphenicol
When consumed with certain foods, Elphenicol may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Elphenicol
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Elphenicol .
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
