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Phecnil 150mg Injection

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Product introduction

Phecnil 150mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that fights bacteria and is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), stomach, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.

Phecnil 150mg Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Phecnil Injection

Benefits of Phecnil Injection

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Phecnil 150mg Injection is a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of lungs (pneumonia), stomach, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.

This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Phecnil Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Phecnil

  • Pseudomembranous colitis
  • Maculopapular rash
  • Thrombophlebitis
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea

How to use Phecnil Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Phecnil 150mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Phecnil 150mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Phecnil 150mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Phecnil 150mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Phecnil 150mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Phecnil 150mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Phecnil 150mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Phecnil 150mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Phecnil 150mg Injection to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • It is given as an injection into muscles or directly into veins under the supervision of a doctor.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking Phecnil 150mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Lincomycin
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Lincosamides

Patient concerns

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FAQs

Q. How long does Phecnil 150mg Injection take to work?

Usually, Phecnil 150mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. Is Phecnil 150mg Injection effective?

Phecnil 150mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Phecnil 150mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. How is Phecnil 150mg Injection administered?

Phecnil 150mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Phecnil 150mg Injection.

Q. Can the use of Phecnil 150mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Phecnil 150mg Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. Is Phecnil 150mg Injection safe?

Phecnil 150mg Injection is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Phecnil 150mg Injection?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Is Phecnil 150mg Injection effective?

Phecnil 150mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Phecnil 150mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

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Marketer details

Name: Phelix Pharma
Address: 60-A, Adarsh Nagar, Near Guru Nanak School, Karnal Haryana 132001
Country of origin: India

MRP
175
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4.0 ml in 1 vial
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