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Renicol is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops, Ointment. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Renicol have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Renicol. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Renicol as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Renicol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Renicol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Renicol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Renicol related warnings section.
Renicol 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 Renicol contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Renicol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Renicol is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Renicol 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
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Is the use of Renicol safe for pregnant women?
Renicol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Renicol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Renicol. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Renicol on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Renicol on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Renicol on the Liver?
Renicol may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Renicol on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Renicol. 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.
Renicol 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 Renicol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Renicol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Renicol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Renicol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Renicol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Renicol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Renicol
Taking Renicol with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Renicol
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Renicol.
Yes, Renicol can cause blurred vision (optic neuritis) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug and it is reversible in nature. Usually, the vision is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Renicol has been reported to cause fever and chills but this occurs in a few cases. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try taking antipyretics (drugs that reduces fever, such as paracetamol) if the fever relapses again then discuss it with your doctor.
No, Renicol 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 Renicol is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Renicol does not contain penicillin. It contains chloramphenicol which belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin. It is also used for those patients who are allergic to penicillin and are suffering from the serious bacterial infection.
Yes, Renicol might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Renicol 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.
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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