Ofloxacin and Metronidazole Suspension Uses, Side Effects, Doses, Benefits and Precautions

About Ofloxacin and Metronidazole Suspension

Ofloxacin and Metronidazole Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics drugs used to treat different infections caused by bacteria and dysentery caused by amoebas. It is a liquid solution that is used to treat bacterial infections in children’s medical conditions. A bacterial medical condition in which bacteria enter, or infect the body.

It can harm or infect any part of the body and increase its very high rate in other parts. It can multiply very quickly and harm the human body soon. Amoebic dysentery can be caused due to Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, or Clostridium difficile.

Uses of Ofloxacin and Metronidazole Suspension

The Ofloxacin and Metronidazole Suspension are used to treat various bacterial conditions in the body. The most common uses of ofloxacin+metronidazole suspension are mentioned below:

• Dysentery
• Diarrhoea
• Bacterial Infection
• Dehydration
• Parasitical invasion in the body.

Note: In any medical condition, use this syrup only by the prescription of the doctor or any medical expert. 

How Do Ofloxacin and Metronidazole Suspension Work?

• Ofloxacin is used to prevent the division of bacterial cells (as an antibiotic) and inhibit an enzyme called DNA gyrase. Also, stops the reproduction of infectious bacteria. This drug has the properties of killing the DNA of the bacteria. 

• Metronidazole is a drug used to kill parasites and anaerobic bacteria that are responsible for causing infection conditions in the body. It is also called antiparasitic medicine. 

• Collectively, Both of the drugs are bactericidal, and collectively they help in treating the disease effectively.

Side Effects of Ofloxacin & Metronidazole Oral Suspension

Here are some most common side effects caused by Ofloxacin & Metronid. Oral Suspension:

• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Urine discoloration

Precautions of Ofloxacin and Metronidazole Suspension

• Take only after the doctor’s prescription to treat an infectious condition, diarrhea, and dysentery.
• Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you. 
• Do not use Ofloxacin and Metronidazole oral Suspension, if you have noticed blood in your stool or are severely constipated.
• This medicine may cause sleepiness and dizziness, so avoid driving or doing any work that needs to concentrate or focus.
• Also, do not consume alcohol, if you are taking Ofloxacin and Metronidazole as it may cause irritation in your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.
• Consult your doctor if you feel pain in your numbness, tendons, or tingling sensations.
• Tell your doctor, if you want to conceive, pregnant, and breastfeed women.
• Also tell your doctor if you take other medical treatments or medical history, and have liver, or kidney disease. 

How to take Ofloxacin and Metronidazole Suspension

• Take this solution as advised by the doctor with food or without.
• Shake the bottle well before use.
• Take the proper dose or level of the liquid solution as prescribed by the doctor.
• Follow all the directions advised by the doctor for good result and try to take all the doses on time and in prescribed quantity. 

What if You miss a dose?

• If by chance you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible before the time of the next dose. Give at least a 4-5 hours gap between the two doses, if you are near to the next dose time then don’t take your first dose and take the next dose on time. 

• If you take the medicine as an overdose by accident and experience extreme side effects or symptoms, immediately consult your doctor to avoid any serious condition.

• Do not take double or twice doses together, no doctor or any medical expert is recommended in this condition. 

Where should You keep Your Medication?

Here are the storage conditions for Ofloxacin & Metronidazole Oral Suspension:

• Keep the syrup at room temperature (usually between 20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F).
• Do not place the medicine under direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. 
• Always keep the bottle in a tight container or original bottle to store it well. 
• Do not keep the syrup in the freezer or an extremely cold place. 
• Keep it out of reach of children and store it safely where kids can’t reach. 

Expert Advice or Drug Warning

• If you are allergic to metronidazole, ofloxacin,  or any other antibacterial or anti-amoebic agents, then tell your doctor to avoid any serious or unwanted side effects like breathing problems, and swelling of your face, lips, throat, or tongue. 

• Try to avoid taking Dairy products along with Ofloxacin+metronidazole. Also, avoid direct contact with sunlight as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. 

• Tell your doctor if you are a Patient with an irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation) before taking Ofloxacin+metronidazole. 

• Some medicines are restricted such as anti-asthma (theophylline), anti-gout (probenecid), blood thinner (warfarin),  pain killers (ibuprofen or diclofenac), antiepileptic (phenobarbital, phenytoin), anti-diabetic (glibenclamide), antidepressant (lithium), and anti-cancer (5-fluorouracil) with Ofloxacin+metronidazole to avoid serious condition.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ,s)

Disclaimer

We are not any professional experts in the medical field and we write all the information after researching on the internet. The motive of this blog is to provide information about this medicine. Before taking any action regarding the use of ofloxacin and metronidazole suspension, please consult and seek guidance from a qualified doctor. Do not rely solely on the information provided here.