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Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension

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Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension is a product of Cipla Ltd
Composition: Metronidazole (100mg) + Norfloxacin (100mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension

Description:

Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections. In children, it is used to treat infections of the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract.

Donate Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension to your child orally, preferably at a fixed time, either before or after food. In case your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. The usually prescribed frequency is twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of intake, repeat the same dose but never double up the dose if it is time for the next dose. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, your child’s age, and body weight, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor.

Some children may develop minor and temporary side effects after taking this medicine. These include nausea, vomiting, metallic taste, headache, loss of appetite, abdominal cramps, and mild skin rash. These side effects usually go away once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case they persist for long or start bothering your child, you must consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Your child’s doctor must be aware if your child has ever had any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Okagyl

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Weight loss
  • Abdominal cramp
  • Diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Dizziness
  • Metallic taste
  • Skin rash

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension may make you feel sleepy, dizzy, confused. You may have hallucinations, fits (convulsions) or temporary eyesight problems (such as blurred or double vision) affecting your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Employ of Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

My child is having a genetic deficiency of the G6PD enzyme. Is it safe to give Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension?

It is advised that you get your child’s G6PD deficiency evaluated before starting the course of treatment. Avoid giving Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension as deficiency of G6PD enzymes can lead to breaking of blood cells resulting in severe anemia.

Can Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension be given along with cough and cold medicines?

No, do not give Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension with cough and cold medicines. Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension can interact with alcohol-containing medicines like cough syrups and cause disulfiram reaction, leading to side effects such as nausea, vomiting, flushing, dizziness, etc.

What if I give excess Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension by mistake?

An extra dose of Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension is unlikely to cause any harm. But, you must still be vigilant because overdose increases the risk of unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heartbeat. Rush to your child’s doctor on an immediate basis if you notice any of these symptoms. If you think you have given too much Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension to your child, immediately speak to a doctor.

What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?

Speak to your child’s doctor if your child does not show any improvement even after completing the dose. It could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing bacteria. Your child’s doctor may change Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension and prescribe some other antibiotic which is known to have a stronger impact on the infection-causing bacteria.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension?

Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

What should I tell the doctor before giving Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension to my child?

Inform the doctor if your child is suffering from heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood vessels, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, or rheumatoid arthritis. This is because there is a possibility that Okagyl 100mg/100mg Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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