Sold under the brand name “Synercid”, this treatment combines Alfopristin and quinupristin, both of which are antibiotics. This combination medicine is indicated for the treatment of severe infections caused by bacteria. Plus, it basically works by hindering the growth of bacteria. Before you go ahead and use “Alfopristin and quinupristin” combination, remember to tell your doctor if you’ve ever had kidney/ liver disease, or if you’ve ever had allergic reactions to antibiotics in order to make sure that the medication in question will be safe for you. You should also tell them if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, because it is still not known if “Alfopristin and quinupristin” combination medicine will harm an unborn baby or a nursing infant. According to drugs.com, the common side effects of this drug include mild irritation around the IV needle, rash, and nausea. There are, however, more serious side effects that you should tell your doctor about when they happen, such as severe abdominal pain, severe irritation around the IV needle, irregular heartbeat, and sudden weakness.