Praflox OZ Oral Suspension
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About Praflox OZ Oral Suspension
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, bacterial infections due to inflammation of the peritoneum, eye and ear infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted infections, respiratory infections, vaginal infections, protozoan infections, intra-abdominal infections, and infections during surgical procedures. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea of mixed infections in adults.
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is a combination of Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits the DNA gyrase enzyme. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby killing the bacteria.
In some cases, Praflox OZ Oral Suspension may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Take Praflox OZ Oral Suspension as prescribed. It can be taken with or without food. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water. The dose and duration of medicine will be decided by the physician. Do not chew, break or crush the medicine.
Before taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Talk to your doctor if you experience pain in tendons, swelling, and inflammation, as Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis. Consult your doctor before taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial and parasitic infections. The detailed uses of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension are as follows:
- Treatment of Diarrhoea and Dysentery: Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is effective in treating gastrointestinal infections caused by bacteria and parasites, such as acute diarrhoea and dysentery.
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Praflox OZ Oral Suspension can also be used to treat urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Respiratory Tract Infections: Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is helpful in lowering respiratory tract infections, including conditions like bronchitis and pneumonia.
- Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is also used to treat bacterial infections affecting the skin and soft tissues, ensuring effective relief.
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Directions for Use
- Praflox OZ Oral Suspension can be taken with or without food, preferably with food to reduce stomach discomfort.
- It is usually taken twice daily or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallow Praflox OZ Oral Suspension as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, chew, or break it.
Key Benefits
- Praflox OZ Oral Suspension belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections.
- It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea of mixed infections in adults.
- Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase, which is required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA.
- Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby killing the bacteria.
- Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
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Drug Warnings
- Do not take Praflox OZ Oral Suspension if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you had swelling or tearing of tendons while taking quinolone antibiotics; or if you have myasthenia gravis, as it may cause increased muscle weakness.
- Talk to your doctor before taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension if you have epilepsy, low levels of potassium, nervous or muscle problems, head injury or brain tumour, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, heart, kidney or liver problems.
- Consult your doctor before taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Praflox OZ Oral Suspension may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert.
- Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension as it may cause increased dizziness.
- Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is not recommended for children under 16.
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Using Mesoridazine together with Praflox OZ Oral Suspension can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mesoridazine with Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Coadministration of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Pimozide can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Pimozide together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Sotalol can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Sotalol together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Thioridazine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Thioridazine together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Dronedarone can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Dronedarone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Saquinavir can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Saquinavir together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
The combination of Amiodarone and Praflox OZ Oral Suspension may significantly increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Although Amiodarone and Praflox OZ Oral Suspension interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Quinidine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Quinidine together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Using bepridil together with Praflox OZ Oral Suspension drugs can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Bepridil can cause an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Disopyramide can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension with Disopyramide together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yogurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
- Eat fiber-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
- Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
- Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension as it may cause increased dizziness.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe Praflox OZ Oral Suspension only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Consult your doctor before taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Praflox OZ Oral Suspension can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension may cause dizziness and drowsiness. So, drive only if you are alert.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension if you have liver impairment/liver disease.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Heart
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension can be used in heart patients if prescribed by the physician. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension should be given with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. Seek medical advice before using Praflox OZ Oral Suspension.
FAQs
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, bacterial infections by inflammation of the peritoneum, eye and ear infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted infections, respiratory infections, vaginal infections, protozoan infections, intra-abdominal infections, and infections during surgical procedures. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea of mixed infections in adults.
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension contains Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the production of DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby kills the bacteria. Together, Praflox OZ Oral Suspension helps in treating bacterial infections.
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension may cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight) and can make you sunburn easily. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Always wear protective clothing and sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher before going out.
It is recommended to complete the course of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Co-administration of magnesium and aluminium-containing antacids, sucralfate, and iron-containing preparations with Praflox OZ Oral Suspension may reduce the absorption. Therefore, you are advised to take Praflox OZ Oral Suspension two hours before such preparations.
Do not take Praflox OZ Oral Suspension on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Consult your doctor before taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension if you have diabetes, as Praflox OZ Oral Suspension may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension to avoid unpleasant events.
It depending on the medical problem being treated. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
No, Praflox OZ Oral Suspension is not a habit-forming drug.
It is recommended to complete the course of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Praflox OZ Oral Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
If you miss the dose of Praflox OZ Oral Suspension. Take it as soon as you remember, but if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the forgotten dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take double to compensate for the forgotten dose.
Please consult the doctor if you are not feeling better even after completing the recommended dose. Your doctor may prolong the duration or prescribe other medications to treat your condition.
You may take this medicine with or without food.
It is recommended not to use Praflox OZ Oral Suspension if you are allergic to any component present in it.
Praflox OZ Oral Suspension may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Yes, you can take it, but it should be taken only if recommended by the doctor. If you use multiple medications, your doctor will check their interactions and advise how to take them.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep Praflox OZ Oral Suspension out of reach and sight of children.
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