P.COL DPS

Overview

P.COL DPS is a Schedule H antibiotic.

P.COL DPS is composed of: CHLORAMPHENICOL ( ), PREDNISOLONE ( )

Chloramphenicol is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Prednisolone is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Prednisolone is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, allergic disorders, gland (endocrine) disorders, and conditions that affect the skin, eyes, lungs, stomach, nervous system, or blood cells.

Usage

CHLORAMPHENICOL is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Meningitis, Otitis Externa, Salmonellosis (Salmonella Infections), Rickettsiosis

PREDNISOLONE is generally used to treat: Arthritis, Lupus, Psoriasis, Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

P.COL DPS is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for P.COL DPS and its Constituents

•  Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
•  Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
•  Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.
• If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
You may need to shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. Follow the directions on your medicine label. Keep the disintegrating tablet in its blister pack until you are ready to take the medicine. Open the package using dry hands, and peel back the foil from the tablet blister (do not push the tablet through the foil). Remove the tablet and place it in your mouth. Allow the disintegrating tablet to dissolve in your mouth without chewing. Swallow several times as the tablet dissolves. If desired, you may drink liquid to help swallow the dissolved tablet. Caution should be exercised in patients with the history of increased eye pressure, optic nerve damage, diabetes, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CHLORAMPHENICOL over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing
PREDNISOLONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

CHLORAMPHENICOL : Diarrhoea, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Fever, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Vomit
PREDNISOLONE : Depression, Agitation, Anxiety, Eyes Blurred Vision, Decreased Urination, Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Head Headache, Mood Swings, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing, Weight Gain, Cough, Throat Soreness, Fever, Chills

Serious Side-Effects

CHLORAMPHENICOL : Vision Problems
PREDNISOLONE : Fatigue (tiredness), Ankles Swelling, Mood Swings

Rare Side-Effects

CHLORAMPHENICOL : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Drowsiness, Confusion, Head Headache, Eyes Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Feet Weakness
PREDNISOLONE : Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

PREDNISOLONE can interfere with: Tuberculosis, Latent Tuberculosis, Hypernatremia, Hypokalemia, Seizure, Hypocalcemia, Diverticulitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Myocardial Infarction, Ocular Herpes, Premature Aging, Systematic Sclerosis, Strongyloidiasis, Vaccination, Cirrhosis, Depression, Psychosis, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Congestive Heart Disease, Acute Renal Failure, Hypertension, Hyperadrenalism, Hyperlipidemia, Hypothyroidism, Myasthenia Gravis, Myopathy, Glaucoma, Osteoporosis, Purpura, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic

Technical Classification

CHLORAMPHENICOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
PREDNISOLONE is categorized as: GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONES

Available Alternatives for P.COL DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ORECURE EAR DPS	INR 59.7 for 5 ML EAR DROP	CHLORAMPHENICOL , PREDNISOLONE
OSSILEX AC DPS	INR 21.87 for 5 ML DROP	PREDNISOLONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL
P.COL DPS	INR 25 for 5 ML DROP	PREDNISOLONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL
PERFOCYN EAR DPS	INR 13.03 for 5 ML EAR DROP	PREDNISOLONE , CHLORAMPHENICOL

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

PERFOCYN PLUS DPS

INR 44.72 for 5 ML DROP

CHLORAMPHENICOL 5.0 %, BENZOCAINE 3.0 %, ACETIC ACID 2.0 %, PREDNISOLONE 0.5 %