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Introduction About OLTEF RC SYRUP
OLTEF RC SYRUP is a combination of Ofloxacin and Racecadotril which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics and Antidiarrheals respectively. It is used in infants and in children (aged 3 months or above) to manage acute infectious diarrhea (including blood-stained watery stools).
It is mostly used when other measures cannot control diarrhea effectively. While taking this medicine, make that your child drinks plenty of water, fruit juices or electrolytes (ORS) and follow the usual dietary measures recommended by your doctor to achieve better results.
OLTEF RC SYRUP must be taken for the stipulated duration as instructed by your doctor to achieve better results. Failing to complete the full course of the therapy or skipping doses in between the therapy may not result in adequate infection control.
Talk to your doctor before administering this medicine to your child, if your child has any problem in their liver or kidneys. You must also inform your doctor if your child has diabetes or prolonged or uncontrollable vomiting as a precaution.
The most common side effects of taking OLTEF RC SYRUP are nausea, flatulence, skin rashes, cough, tendon pain and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect troubles your child.
Uses Of OLTEF RC SYRUP
- Manage acute infectious diarrhea in children (aged 3 months or above)
How OLTEF RC SYRUP Works
OLTEF RC SYRUP contains two medicines, namely ofloxacin and racecadotril. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills the susceptible bacteria that causes gut infection. Racecadotril is an antidiarrheal medicine. It reduces hypersecretion of water and electrolytes within the intestines. This reduces fluid loss from the body in the form of diarrhoea. Collectively, this medicine helps in managing acute infectious diarrhea.
How to use OLTEF RC SYRUP
Administer OLTEF RC SYRUP to your child as advised by your physician.
For Syrup and Suspension: Shake the medicine well before use. Measure the required quantity of the medicine in the measuring cup provided with the pack and make your child consume it immediately.
For Dry syrup: Shake the bottle well to loosen the dry powder. Slowly add the sterile water provided with the pack up to the mark on the bottle and shake well. Add more water (boiled and cooled) if necessary to adjust the volume up to the mark. Measure the required quantity of the medicine in the measuring cup provided with the pack and make your child consume it immediately. Store the medicine in the refrigerator between 2-8? after consumption.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for your child based on their age, body weight and disease condition.
Do not stop therapy with OLTEF RC SYRUP without consulting the doctor as it may make the symptoms re-appear once again. It is important to take OLTEF RC SYRUP for the stipulated duration as recommended by your doctor to achieve better results.
Side Effects Of OLTEF RC SYRUP
Common
- nausea, vomiting
- drowsiness, dizziness
- flatulence
- skin rashes with redness and itching
- lack of sleep
- headache
- eye irritation
- cough
- pain and inflammation of tendons
Uncommon
- tonsilitis
Stop administering OLTEF RC SYRUP to your child and contact your doctor immediately if your child experiences any of the following side effects:
- severe allergic reactions (such as skin rashes, itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing, chest pain and fainting)
- severe skin reactions (such as generalised skin redness with pustules accompanied by fever, ulcers in the mouth, throat, nose, genitals, red, swollen eyes, severe skin rash with blistering and peeling of skin, red pinpoint targets under the skin)
How To Manage Side Effects
Headache
Make your child rest and relax. Keep them hydrated by making them drink plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on their forehead can be beneficial. Consult your doctor if headache worsens in your child.
Warning & Precautions
Driving and Using Machines
Use with CautionOLTEF RC SYRUP has no effect or very less effect on driving and handling any heavy tools. However, consult your doctor for advice.
Kidney
Use with CautionOLTEF RC SYRUP should be used with caution in children with kidney disease. Therefore, consult your doctor before administering it to your child.
Liver
Use with CautionOLTEF RC SYRUP should be used with caution in children with liver disease. Therefore, consult your doctor before administering it to your child.
Allergy
ContraindicatedDo not administer OLTEF RC SYRUP to your child if your child is allergic to Ofloxacin or Racecadotril.
Heart Disease
ContraindicatedOLTEF RC SYRUP is not recommended for use in children with heart problems such as irregular heart rate (prolong QT interval). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Use In Pediatrics
Consult your doctorOLTEF RC SYRUP is suitable for use in infants and in children (aged 3 months or above). Consult your doctor before using this medicine in infants aged less than 3 months.
Others
OLTEF RC SYRUP is not recommended for use if your child:
- is allergic to fluroquinolone antibiotics (Ex. ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin)
- has myasthenia gravis (severe muscle tenderness)
- has connective tissue disorders (such as Marfan syndrome, or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome)
- has aortic aneurysm (abnormal bulging in the aorta)
Before administering OLTEF RC SYRUP, consult your doctor if your child is suffering from:
- chronic diarrhea or diarrhea due to the use of some antibiotics
- prolonged or uncontrolled vomiting
- diabetes
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug Interactions:
Before administering OLTEF RC SYRUP to your child, inform your doctor if your child is taking any other medicines (including prescription medicine, non-prescription medicines and health supplements).
Overdosage:
If your child accidentally swallowed more OLTEF RC SYRUP, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Ofloxacin, Racecadotril |
| Pharmacological Category | : |
First-Generation Fluroquinolones, Enkephalinase inhibitor |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Acute infectious diarrhea |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Syrup, Suspension, Dry Syrup |
More Information
- Keep OLTEF RC SYRUP out of reach of children
- Store OLTEF RC SYRUP at room temperature or in the refrigerator (between 2-8°C after use) based on the instructions given in the product label
FAQs About OLTEF RC SYRUP
Q: What is the use of OLTEF RC SYRUP?
A: OLTEF RC SYRUP is used in infants and in children (aged 3 months or above) to manage acute infectious diarrhea (including blood-stained watery stools).
Q: How OLTEF RC SYRUP works in my body?
A: OLTEF RC SYRUP contains two medicines, namely ofloxacin and racecadotril. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills the susceptible bacteria that causes gut infection. Racecadotril is an antidiarrheal medicine. It reduces hypersecretion of water and electrolytes within the intestines. This reduces fluid loss from the body in the form of diarrhoea. Collectively, this medicine helps in managing acute infectious diarrhea.
Q: Is OLTEF RC SYRUP safe?
A: OLTEF RC SYRUP is considered safe at doses prescribed by the physician.
Q: For how long should OLTEF RC SYRUP be given to the child?
A: OLTEF RC SYRUP should be given to the child for the stipulated duration prescribed by the doctor. Do not skip the medicine or stop therapy with this medicine on your own as it can cause the infection to reappear.
Q: What are the common side effects of taking OLTEF RC SYRUP?
A: The most common side effects of taking OLTEF RC SYRUP are nausea, flatulence, skin rashes, cough, tendon pain and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect troubles your child.
Q: Can I stop taking OLTEF RC SYRUP once my symptoms subside?
A: Do not stop taking this medicine once the symptom subsides. It is important to take the full course of OLTEF RC SYRUP to achieve better results. Failing to complete the full course of the therapy or skipping doses in between the therapy may not result in adequate infection control. It may also cause your symptoms to reappear.
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