Description
Ofloxacin 200mg+Ornidazole 500mg tablet is a type of antibiotic medicine used to treat various infections. These include infections in the urinary tract, infections that cause inflammation in the belly, eye and ear infections, skin and tissue infections, infections spread through sex, respiratory infections, vaginal infections, infections caused by tiny organisms (protozoa), infections inside the abdomen, and infections that happen during surgery. It is also used to treat diarrhoea caused by different infections in adults.
Ofloxacin +Ornidazole tablet is a mix of two antibiotics called Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin stops DNA gyrase, an enzyme needed for making, copying, and fixing DNA. Ornidazole stops the bacteria from making proteins, which causes the cells to die, killing the bacteria. Ofloxacin + Ornidazole tablets work together to help treat bacterial infections.
How To Use Ofloxacin +Ornidazole tablet ?
- Take the Ofloxacin +Ornidazole tablet as your doctor instructed.
- Sometimes, Ofloxacin +Ornidazole tablet can cause side effects like feeling sick, throwing up, stomach pain, headaches, and dizziness.
- Most of these side effects don’t need a doctor and will go away on their own over time. Please speak to your doctor if the side effects don’t go away or get worse.
Benefits Of Ofloxacin +Ornidazole tablet
Ofloxacin +Ornidazole tablet is a type of antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat different kinds of infections, such as urinary tract infections, infections in the belly lining, eye and ear infections, skin infections, sexually transmitted infections, lung infections, vaginal infections, infections caused by tiny organisms, infections inside the abdomen, and infections that can happen during surgery. It is also used to treat diarrhea caused by mixed infections in adults. Ofloxacin +Ornidazole tablet is a mix of two antibiotics called Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin stops DNA gyrase, an important enzyme needed for making, copying, and fixing DNA. Ornidazole stops bacteria from making proteins, which causes the bacteria to die. Ofloxacin + Ornidazole tablets work together to help treat bacterial infections. Ofloxacin +Ornidazole tablet is a strong medicine that helps fight many types of bacteria, both good (gram-positive) and bad (gram-negative).
Side effects of Ofloxacin + Ornidazole Tablet
The side effects of Ofloxacin + Ornidazole are:
- Dizziness
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Itching
- Vaginal inflammation
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
Precautions of Ofloxacin + Ornidazole Tablet
- This combination should not be used in patients who have ever had an allergic reaction to ofloxacin or ornidazole. It is not safe for patients with brain and nerve diseases, or problems with the liver and kidneys.
- Don’t take antidiabetic medicines (like insulin), stomach acid reducers (like cimetidine), breathing medicines (like theophylline), blood thinners (like warfarin), any medicines or supplements with iron or zinc, antacids (like aluminium hydroxide), steroid medications (like prednisone), and anti-inflammatory drugs (like ibuprofen) together with Ofloxacin + Ornidazole. These medicines might change how safe and effective Ofloxacin + Ornidazole are.
- If you accidentally take too much Ofloxacin + Ornidazole, see your doctor if you have any bad side effects or if your symptoms get worse. It’s important to follow the recommended dose exactly.
- If the next dose is coming soon, just skip the missed dose and go back to your usual schedule.
- This medicine might make you feel dizzy. It’s not a good idea to drive, use machines, or do tasks that need your focus or coordination after taking this medicine.
- It’s not advised to use this combination while pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Be careful with older people and those who have heart problems, serious blood issues, or kidney and liver problems.
- Drink clear liquids like water, oral rehydration drinks, and watered-down fruit juices. You can make a drink to help with dehydration by mixing salt, sugar, and water.
- Eating dairy products and fatty foods can make diarrhea worse. Don’t give these until the symptoms get better.
- Eat foods with good bacteria, like yogurt, to help keep your stomach healthy.
- Eat smaller meals more often to prevent tummy troubles.
- Highlight how important it is to keep cuts or wounds clean and covered to stop any infections from getting worse.
Frequently asked questions for Ofloxacin + Ornidazole
What is Ofloxacin plus Ornidazole ?
Ofloxacin + Ornidazole is a mix of two medicines: Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. They work by getting rid of the germs that can make you sick. They work together to effectively treat your infection.
Is it safe to use Ofloxacin and Ornidazole together?
Ofloxacin and Ornidazole are safe for most patients. Some patients may experience common side effects such as feeling sick, throwing up, stomach pain, dizziness, headaches, dry mouth, and heartburn, as well as some less common side effects. Talk to your doctor if you have any ongoing issues while using this medicine.
Are there any reasons why Ofloxacin+Ornidazole shouldn’t be used?
Using Ofloxacin+Ornidazole can be dangerous for patients who are allergic to either of these medications or to any drug in the quinolone or nitroimidazole groups.
Can I take more of this medicine than what is recommended?
No, taking more Ofloxacin+Ornidazole than suggested can raise the chances of having side effects. If your symptoms are getting worse and the usual medicine isn’t helping, please talk to your doctor for another check-up.
What should I do if I don’t feel better after taking Ofloxacin and Ornidazole?
Tell your doctor if you still don’t feel better after completing all of your treatment. Also, let him know if your symptoms are getting worse while you’re taking this medicine.
Can I stop taking Ofloxacin+Ornidazole when I start feeling better?
No, don’t stop taking Ofloxacin+Ornidazole. Keep taking it until you finish all your medicine, even if you start feeling better. You might start feeling better before the infection is fully gone.
What should I do if I forget to take my dose?
Take Ofloxacin and Ornidazole as soon as you remember. But don’t take it if it’s nearly time for your next dose. Don’t take an extra dose to replace a dose you missed.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Ofloxacin and Ornidazole?
You should stay away from alcohol because it can make the dizziness and sleepiness from Ofloxacin+Ornidazole worse. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about how the medicine will affect you.
What are the rules for keeping and throwing away Ofloxacin+Ornidazole?
Store this medicine in its original container and keep it closed tightly. Keep it as the instructions on the package say. Get rid of the medicine you don’t use. Keep it away from pets, children, and others so that they don’t eat it.
