Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril
About Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril
Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril belongs to the class of medicines called ‘antidiarrheal’, used to treat diarrhoea that occurs due to infections. Diarrhoea is a condition in which bowel movements are too frequent, leading to loose and watery stools. In general, infection of the digestive tract is the common cause of diarrhoea. Different types of bacteria can cause infection.
Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril contains Ofloxacin, Ornidazole, and Racecadotril, which work by decreasing the amount of salts and fluids secreted into the intestine, thereby making the stools less watery and helping control diarrhoea. Together, Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril helps in treating bacterial infections.
You should take this medicine exactly as the doctor prescribed it. The common side effects of Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril are nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, bloating, dizziness, headaches, and photosensitivity (sensitivity to the sun). These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
It is recommended not to take Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril if you are allergic to any of its contents. Do not discontinue or stop the medication abruptly, as this can lead to antibiotic resistance —a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics. It is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. It should be used with caution in elderly people.
Uses of Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril
• Acute Diarrhea: Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril is used to treat acute diarrhea caused by bacterial or protozoal infections.
• Amoebic Dysentery: Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril is used in treatment of intestinal infection due to protozoa leading to severe diarrhea.
• Traveler’s Diarrhea: Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril is used to treat infection contracted during travel from contaminated food or water.
• Gastroenteritis: Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril is used to treat inflammation of the stomach and intestines due to infections.
Medicinal Benefits
Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril is used to treat diarrhea caused by infection of the digestive tract. It can effectively control bowel movements, treat disease, and prevent the recurrence of symptoms. It is usually prescribed along with fluid and electrolyte therapy. It is also advised to take plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. It contains Ofloxacin, a quinolone antibiotic that inhibits DNA gyrase, which is required for the replication, transcription, and repair of bacterial DNA. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis, leading to cell death and ultimately killing the bacteria. Racecadotril works by decreasing the amount of salts and fluids secreted into the intestine, thereby making the stools less watery and helping control diarrhoea.
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Side Effects of Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Bloating
- Dizziness
- Headache
Drug Warnings
Before taking Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril, inform your doctor if you have epilepsy, low potassium levels, nervous or muscle problems, head injury or brain tumor, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, heart, kidney, or liver problems. Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril may increase muscle weakness, so it should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis. If your eyesight is impaired or you notice any vision changes, inform your doctor immediately. Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril may increase skin sensitivity to the sun; avoid sunlamps, tanning beds, and prolonged exposure to sunlight while using this medicine. If you notice tingling sensation or numbness in the hands and feet, pain, tenderness, or restricted movement of the tendons, stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately. If you have been taking antacids and zinc or iron tablets along with Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril, maintain a minimum gap of two hours between Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril and antacids or iron tablets.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril may interact with painkillers (aspirin, ibuprofen), antibiotics (azithromycin, sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim, metronidazole, erythromycin), a steroid medicine (dexamethasone), an anti-diabetic (metformin), and a water pill (furosemide).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril should be used with caution in patients with colitis, tendonitis (inflammation in tendons), myasthenia gravis (neuromuscular disease), peripheral neuropathy (nerve pain), crystalluria (cloudy urine), diabetes, kidney, liver, and heart problems.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeOfloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril may interact with alcohol and increase the risk of side effects.
Pregnancy
unsafeOfloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on the unborn baby.
Breast Feeding
cautionOfloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril may pass into breastmilk, so it is not recommended for breastfeeding women unless clinically needed and if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
unsafeOfloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril may cause dizziness, so avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.
Liver
cautionOfloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by the doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionOfloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by the doctor as required.
Children
unsafeOfloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which helps 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 antibiotic absorption.
- Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
- Avoid the usage of tobacco.
- To cure your condition effectively, complete the full course of Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril, even though you find symptomatic relief.
Special Advise
- Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril contains ofloxacin which might produce false-positive urine screening results for opiates. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril.
- Do not stop taking this medicine even if you feel better and not take this medicine on your own. It may cause antibiotic resistance (a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics).
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Diarrhoea: It is the condition in which there is a frequent need to empty the bowels. Loose and watery stools characterise it. Diarrhoea could be acute or chronic. Acute diarrhoea generally lasts for a few days. It could occur due to bacterial, viral infection or food poisoning. Chronic diarrhoea lasts for at least four weeks. It can occur due to intestinal diseases or disorders, such as Crohn’s disease or celiac disease. The causes of diarrhoea include food intolerance, food allergy, adverse reactions to medications, viral infections, bacterial infections, intestinal diseases, parasitic infections, and surgery on the stomach or gallbladder. The symptoms of diarrhoea include nausea, abdominal pain, cramps, dehydration, bloating, a frequent urge to empty the bowels, and stools of a large volume or watery consistency.
FAQs
Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril is used in the treatment of Diarrhoea. This medicine can effectively control bowel movements, treat infection, and prevent the recurrence of symptoms.
Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril contains Ofloxacin, Ornidazole, and Racecadotril. Ofloxacin is a quinolone antibiotic that inhibits DNA gyrase, which is required for the replication, transcription, and repair of bacteria's DNA. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis, leading to cell death and the killing of bacteria. Racecadotril works by decreasing the amount of salts and fluids secreted into the intestine, thereby making the stools less watery and helping control diarrhoea. Together, Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril helps in treating bacterial infections.
Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril should not be taken with antacids, or medicines containing iron or zinc at the same time. Leave a 2-hour interval between the two medicines.
Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril may affect blood glucose levels, so it is necessary to inform your doctor that you have diabetes before taking this medicine.
Do not discontinue Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril for the prescribed duration.
If you miss a dose of Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one at the regular time.
The common side-effects of Ofloxacin+ornidazole+racecadotril are nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, bloating, dizziness, headache, and photosensitivity (skin sensitivity to the sun). These side-effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side-effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
