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Renicol Eye Drop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Renicol Eye Drop has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Renicol Eye Drop. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Renicol Eye Drop side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Renicol Eye Drop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Renicol Eye Drop has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Renicol Eye Drop related warnings talks about Renicol Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Renicol Eye Drop since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Renicol Eye Drop contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Renicol Eye Drop with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Renicol Eye Drop, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Renicol Eye Drop 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 Eye Drop 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 Eye Drop 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 Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Renicol on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Renicol Eye Drop 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 Eye Drop 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Renicol Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Renicol Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Renicol Eye Drop is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Renicol Eye Drop does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Renicol Eye Drop only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Renicol Eye Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Renicol Eye Drop
Taking Renicol Eye Drop with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Renicol Eye Drop
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Renicol Eye Drop.
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