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INTRODUCTION ABOUT O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION is a combination of Metronidazole and Ofloxacin, which belong to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION is used to manage different kinds of bacterial and parasitic infections (caused by different kinds of bacteria or parasites), diarrhea (loose, watery stools that occur more often than usual) and systemic infection (an infection that is in the bloodstream).

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with liver problems, kidney problems and heart disease. O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION is not recommended for use by pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it.

The most common side effects of O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION are nausea, headache, sleeplessness, genital itching in women, dizziness, vaginal inflammation, diarrhoea and vomiting. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.

USES OF O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION

Manage bacterial and parasitic infections
Manage diarrhea
Manage systemic infection (an infection that is in the bloodstream)

HOW O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION WORKS

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION helps to reduce infections caused by different bacteria or parasites, whereas Metronidazole works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in the cells of various bacteria and parasites, which gradually leads to cell death. Ofloxacin works by managing bacterial growth (DNA replication), which leads to cell death.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always use O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION as directed by your physician. Shake well before use. Do not stop using O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION without informing your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION

COMMON

nausea
headache
sleeplessness
genital itching in women
dizziness
vaginal inflammation
diarrhoea
vomiting

RARE

Stop using O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION and contact your doctor immediately if you have:

allergic reaction with symptoms such as swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue, itching, difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing
skin rashes with blistering, peeling or bleeding of the skin around the lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genitals
serious but very rare side effect is a brain disease (encephalopathy)
blistering or bleeding of the skin around the eyes, mouth, lips, nose and genitals
red, scaly widespread rash with bumps under the skin and blisters accompanied by fever
steven johnson syndrome - severe blistering rash where layers of the skin may peel off

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea / Vomiting:

Take this medicine with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil-rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Headache:

Rest and relax. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Apply a pain-relieving balm on the head if required. Do not consume alcohol. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Dizziness:

If you feel dizzy, keep your eyes closed sit or lie down. Do not drive or operate machinery. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Diarrhea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid taking any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before using it.

BREASTFEEDING

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using it.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel sleepy or dizzy or could affect your eyesight after using O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION. Consult your doctor before using it.

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION because it might cause unpleasant side effects such as nausea, vomiting, hot flushes, stomach pain, very fast or uneven heartbeat and headache. Consult your doctor before using it.

KIDNEY

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems and patients undergoing kidney dialysis. Consult your doctor before using it.

LIVER

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before using it.

ALLERGY

Do not take O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION if you are allergic to metronidazole, ofloxacin, other quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin or norfloxacin or any of the other ingredients in this medicine. Consult your doctor before using it.

LUNGS

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with a lung transplant. Consult your doctor before using it.

HEART DISEASE

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with heart disease. Consult your doctor before using it.

OTHERS

Before using O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you:

have a disease of the nervous system
are on hemodialysis
have a history of joint problems or rheumatoid arthritis
are suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, seizures, stroke
have decreased in blood minerals

Use in Pediatrics:

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in children. Consult your doctor before using it.

Use in Geriatrics:

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION should be used with caution. Consult your doctor before using it.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of these medicines:

warfarin (anticoagulants)
lithium (used to manage mental illness)
phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbitone (used to manage epilepsy)
5 fluorouracil, busulfan (used to manage cancer)
ciclosporin (immunosuppressant)
disulfiram

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally receive too much of O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

SYNOPSIS

Drug	:	Metronidazole, Ofloxacin
Pharmacological Category	:	Nitroimidazole antibiotic, Quinolone antibiotic
Therapeutic Indication	:	Bacterial and parasitic infections, diarrhea, systemic infection
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Syrup, Suspension, Oral Suspension

MORE INFORMATION

Keep O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION out of reach from children
Store at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION

Can I drive after taking O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION?

Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel sleepy or dizzy or if it could affect your eyesight after taking O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION. Since O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION is an antibiotic, it will affect the body’s normal functioning. So, it is advised not to drive or operate any machinery after taking O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION.

Can breast-feeding women take O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION?

A few clinical trial studies show that O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION passes through the breast milk from mother to infant while breastfeeding. So, O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it.

I am presently undergoing kidney dialysis. Can I take O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION?

O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION should be used with caution in dialysis patients. Since dialysis purifies intoxicants and other materials in the blood, O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION can also be removed. So, the effect of O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION might be reduced. It is better to inform your doctor if you are on dialysis and you are taking O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION.

Does O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION cause vomiting?

Since vomiting is the most common side effect observed for O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION, it may cause vomiting. So, eat simple meals and avoid oily or spicy foods and take this medicine with or just after meals. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

How many doses of O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION can I take in a day?

Take O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION as advised by your physician. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Your doctor will determine the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.

Does O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION cause sleeplessness?

Yes, the use of O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION may cause sleeplessness. O2 NEW DELICIOUS MANGO FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION may influence the normal sleep cycle, resulting in reduced sleep compared to normal. So, it is better to make your surroundings comfortable, which can have a positive influence on sleep (like the room light being dimmed or minimizing external noises).

REFERENCES

1. KD Tripathi, Anti-microbial drugs and Beta-lactam Antibiotics, Essentials of medical pharmacology, Seventh edition. 2013 Page 894 & 713.

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3. JB Chemicals, OFM SUSP, CIMS. [Accessed 22 June 2022] https://www.mims.com/india/drug/info/ofm%20susp

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AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R - BDS

Last updated on 17 Dec 2022 | 10:25 AM(IST)

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