Perfocyn Information
Perfocyn is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Allergy, Asthma. Other than this, Perfocyn has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Perfocyn depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Perfocyn include Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Perfocyn as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Perfocyn go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Perfocyn's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Perfocyn's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections must refrain from the use of Perfocyn since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Perfocyn contraindications section.
Besides this, Perfocyn may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Perfocyn is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Perfocyn Benefits & Uses
Perfocyn 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
- Arthritis
- Lymphoma
- Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
- Sarcoidosis
- Lupus
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Heat Rash
- Ulcerative Colitis (Read More - Healing Your Gut: Natural Remedies for Intestinal Inflammation)
Perfocyn 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
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Perfocyn Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Perfocyn is used -
Severe
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Bone degradation
Moderate
- Decreased libido
- Increased risk of infection
- Increased hair growth
- Muscle disorders
- Excessive sweating
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Fragile Skin
- Altered menstrual cycle
- Insomnia
- Absence of Menstrual Periods
Perfocyn Related Warnings
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Is the use of Perfocyn safe for pregnant women?
Perfocyn is safe for pregnant women.
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Is the use of Perfocyn safe during breastfeeding?
Perfocyn does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
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What is the effect of Perfocyn on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Perfocyn. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
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What is the effect of Perfocyn on the Liver?
Perfocyn 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.
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What is the effect of Perfocyn on the Heart?
Perfocyn may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Severe Interaction of Perfocyn with Other Drugs
Perfocyn should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Perfocyn Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Perfocyn unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Allergy
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Allergy
- Infections
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Diabetes
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Heart Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Liver Disease
- Myasthenia Gravis
Frequently asked Questions about Perfocyn
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Is this Perfocyn habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Perfocyn has not been reported.
Perfocyn Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Perfocyn
There is no information on the effects of taking Perfocyn with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Perfocyn
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Perfocyn with alcohol.
Frequently asked Questions about Perfocyn
Question about 7 years ago
What is Perfocyn?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Perfocyn 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.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can Perfocyn cause headache?
Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other
Yes, Perfocyn 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.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Perfocyn cause anemia?
Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections
Yes, Perfocyn might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Perfocyn 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.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Perfocyn with ibuprofen?
Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Perfocyn can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Perfocyn cause weight loss?
Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology
No, Perfocyn 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 Perfocyn is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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