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Kaltin MF Syrup is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections, including giardiasis, amebiasis, and enteritis in children. Additionally, it helps manage infectious diarrhoea caused by bacteria or protozoa. It contains furazolidone and metronidazole, which kill the bacteria and microorganisms that cause infections. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as fever, nausea, headache, a metallic taste, and discolouration of urine. Inform the doctor if your child is taking any other medication or has any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Pfizer Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Kaltin MF Syrup

Kaltin MF Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections, including giardiasis, amebiasis, and enteritis in children. Additionally, it helps manage infectious diarrhoea caused by bacteria or protozoa. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our bodies. Diarrhoea is characterised by the passage of frequent, loose motions.

Kaltin MF Syrup contains furazolidone and metronidazole. Furazolidone works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering that is important for the survival of bacteria. Metronidazole kills bacteria and other microorganisms by damaging their DNA. Collectively, Kaltin MF Syrup helps treat infections.

Your doctor will recommend how often you need to give Kaltin MF Syrup to your child based on their medical condition. Your child may experience fever, nausea, headache, a metallic taste, and discolouration of urine. Most of these side effects of Kaltin MF Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not give Kaltin MF Syrup if your child is allergic to any of the ingredients present in it. Please inform your doctor if your child has/had liver or kidney impairment, colitis, blood dyscrasias, neurologic toxicity, or glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD) deficiency. Let the doctor know if your child is taking any other medications or has any pre-existing medical conditions.

Uses of Kaltin MF Syrup

Kaltin MF Syrup is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections, including giardiasis, amebiasis, and enteritis in children. Additionally, it helps manage infectious diarrhoea caused by bacteria or protozoa. The detailed uses of Kaltin MF Syrup are as follows:<br/> • Treatment of diarrhoea and dysentery: Kaltin MF Syrup helps eliminate bacteria and protozoa responsible for infectious diarrhoea and dysentery.<br/> • Management of intestinal infections: Kaltin MF Syrup works by stopping the growth and spread of harmful microbes in the gut.<br/> • Relief from digestive discomfort: Kaltin MF Syrup helps ease symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, and irregular bowel movements caused by infections.<br/> • Antimicrobial action: Kaltin MF Syrup targets and kills specific bacteria and protozoa to control the infection effectively.<br/>

Directions for Use

  • Administer Kaltin MF Syrup with food to avoid stomach upset or as advised by a doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Give the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.
  • Shake well before each use.

Medicinal Benefits

Kaltin MF Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections, including giardiasis, amebiasis, and enteritis in children. Additionally, it helps manage infectious diarrhoea caused by bacteria or protozoa. Kaltin MF Syrup contains furazolidone and metronidazole. Furazolidone works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering that is important for the survival of bacteria. Metronidazole kills bacteria and other microorganisms by damaging their DNA. Collectively, Kaltin MF Syrup helps treat infections.

How Kaltin MF Syrup Works

Kaltin MF Syrup contains furazolidone and metronidazole. Furazolidone works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering that is important for the survival of bacteria. Metronidazole kills bacteria and other microorganisms by damaging their DNA. Collectively, Kaltin MF Syrup helps treat infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Kaltin MF Syrup out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Kaltin MF Syrup

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Seek immediate medical attention if your child experiences any unusual symptoms or if you think there has been an overdose.

Drug Warnings

Do not give Kaltin MF Syrup if your child is allergic to any of the ingredients present in it. Please inform your doctor if your child has/had liver or kidney impairment, colitis, blood dyscrasias, neurologic toxicity, or glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD) deficiency. Let the doctor know if your child is taking any other medications or has any pre-existing medical conditions.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Encourage your child to drink water, oral rehydration solutions or clear broths often to prevent dehydration.
  • Provide simple, low-fat meals such as rice, bananas, applesauce, toast, boiled potatoes and plain yoghurt.
  • Do not give spicy food, fried items, or sugary drinks.
  • Teach your child to wash their hands well with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and before eating.
  • Use clean, safe water that is boiled or filtered for drinking and brushing teeth.
  • Make sure your child rests and stays in a calm, clean environment to help with healing.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS
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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if your child has liver impairment, as there is limited information available on its safety in such cases.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if your child has kidney impairment, as there is limited information available on its safety in such cases.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Kaltin MF Syrup should be given to children only when prescribed by a child specialist. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding it.

Have a query?

FAQs

Kaltin MF Syrup is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections, including giardiasis, amebiasis, and enteritis in children. Additionally, it helps manage infectious diarrhoea caused by bacteria or protozoa.

Kaltin MF Syrup contains furazolidone and metronidazole. Furazolidone works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering that is important for the survival of bacteria. Metronidazole kills bacteria and other microorganisms by damaging their DNA. Collectively, Kaltin MF Syrup helps treat infections.

Yes, Kaltin MF Syrup may lead to a temporary metallic taste. This metallic taste can be reduced by chewing mints or sugar-free gum and brushing teeth after eating the food.

No, do not stop giving Kaltin MF Syrup even if your child feels well. Complete the course of medication advised by the doctor to treat the child's condition effectively.

Yes, Kaltin MF Syrup may cause nausea in some children. You are recommended to give Kaltin MF Syrup with meals to avoid this. If your child still vomits or feels nauseous, please consult your doctor.

Store Kaltin MF Syrup in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of the reach of children. When you need to dispose of the medicine, place it in a plastic bag and throw it away in the household trash. Remember, never flush the medicine down the toilet or sink.

The common side effects of Kaltin MF Syrup that may occur in some individuals are fever, nausea, headache, metallic taste, and discolouration of urine. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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