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Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule 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.
It is also important to note that Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule related warnings section.
Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule is used -
Mild
Is the use of Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Ranphenicol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Ranphenicol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?
Ranphenicol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule on the Liver?
Ranphenicol 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 Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Ranphenicol. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule 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 Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule
Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ranphenicol 250 Mg Capsule and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Ranphenicol is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
Yes, Ranphenicol can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Ranphenicol is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.
No, Ranphenicol does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Ranphenicol.
No, Ranphenicol 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 Ranphenicol is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Ranphenicol covers all anaerobes. It effectively inhibits most of the anaerobic bacteria at therapeutic doses. An antibiotic sensitivity test is always recommended to confirm its susceptibility.
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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