Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for PERFOCYN EAR DPS and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Available Alternatives for PERFOCYN EAR DPS
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Overview
PERFOCYN EAR DPS is a Schedule H antibiotic.PERFOCYN EAR 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), RickettsiosisPREDNISOLONE 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?
PERFOCYN EAR DPS is generally taken Before Food.Precautions for PERFOCYN EAR 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 BreathingPREDNISOLONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing
Common Side-Effects
CHLORAMPHENICOL : Diarrhoea, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Fever, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, VomitPREDNISOLONE : 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 ProblemsPREDNISOLONE : Fatigue (tiredness), Ankles Swelling, Mood Swings
Rare Side-Effects
CHLORAMPHENICOL : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Drowsiness, Confusion, Head Headache, Eyes Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Feet WeaknessPREDNISOLONE : 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 ThrombocytopenicTechnical Classification
CHLORAMPHENICOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVESPREDNISOLONE is categorized as: GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONES
Available Alternatives for PERFOCYN EAR 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 % |