Aldezol DF Syrup
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Aldezol DF Syrup is a combination of two medicines that effectively treat parasitic infections in children. It works by killing the infection-causing microorganisms.
Give Aldezol DF Syrup to your child orally, with food, preferably at a fixed time. Giving it with food helps prevent the risk of developing a stomach upset. The usually prescribed frequency is three times a day, once each in the morning, afternoon, and at bedtime, keeping a gap of a minimum of 6 hours between two doses. Always give the dose as prescribed by the doctor since that depends on the severity and type of infection, body weight, and age of your child. 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.
Some children may develop minor and temporary side effects after taking this medicine. These include nausea, vomiting, flatulence, diarrhea, metallic taste, dizziness, headache, insomnia, loss of appetite, anorexia, abdominal cramps, red-brown urine, pruritus, 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, blood disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your child’s overall treatment.
Give Aldezol DF Syrup to your child orally, with food, preferably at a fixed time. Giving it with food helps prevent the risk of developing a stomach upset. The usually prescribed frequency is three times a day, once each in the morning, afternoon, and at bedtime, keeping a gap of a minimum of 6 hours between two doses. Always give the dose as prescribed by the doctor since that depends on the severity and type of infection, body weight, and age of your child. 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.
Some children may develop minor and temporary side effects after taking this medicine. These include nausea, vomiting, flatulence, diarrhea, metallic taste, dizziness, headache, insomnia, loss of appetite, anorexia, abdominal cramps, red-brown urine, pruritus, 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, blood disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your child’s overall treatment.
Uses of Aldezol DF Syrup in children
- Treatment of Parasitic infections
Benefits of Aldezol DF Syrup for your child
In Treatment of Parasitic infections
Aldezol DF Syrup is given to treat a wide range of parasitic infections such as diarrhea, amoebic dysentery, amoebic liver abscess, and giardiasis. It works by stopping the growth of parasites and also helps in clearing parasite cysts (carrier state).
It is most likely that your child’s infection will start showing improvement within 3 to 5 days of the regular dosing. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment even if your child feels better. Stopping the medicine abruptly by yourself may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.
It is most likely that your child’s infection will start showing improvement within 3 to 5 days of the regular dosing. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment even if your child feels better. Stopping the medicine abruptly by yourself may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.
Side effects of Aldezol DF Syrup in children
Aldezol DF Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Aldezol DF
- Nausea
- Headache
- Metallic taste
- Flatulence
- Loss of appetite
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Weight loss
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Urine discoloration
- Itching
- Skin rash
How can I give Aldezol DF Syrup to my child?
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. Aldezol DF Syrup is to be taken with food.
How Aldezol DF Syrup works
Aldezol DF Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Metronidazole and Diloxanide. Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging the DNA. Diloxanide is an amoebicide. It works inside the large intestine to kill the infection-causing amoeba (parasites). Together, they treat your infection effectively.
Safety advice
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aldezol DF Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Aldezol DF Syrup is recommended.
However, dose modification may be required in severe kidney disease. Consult and thoroughly discuss any query with your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.
However, dose modification may be required in severe kidney disease. Consult and thoroughly discuss any query with your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.
Liver
CAUTION
Aldezol DF Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aldezol DF Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if I forget to give Aldezol DF Syrup to my child?
Do not panic. You can give the missed dose as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised otherwise. Remember not to double the dose to catch up with the missed one. In case of any confusion, do consult your child’s doctor.
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Quick tips
- Discontinue Aldezol DF Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Aldezol DF Syrup may cause an altered taste. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
- Your child must complete the entire course of the medicine. Stopping too soon may cause the pathogen(parasites) to multiply again and can lead to a recurrence of symptoms.
- Discontinue Aldezol DF Syrup and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
- Never save the medicine for future illnesses since its effectiveness in future infections cannot be guaranteed.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What if I give excess Aldezol DF Syrup by mistake?
An extra dose of Aldezol DF Syrup does not usually have any side effects. However, you must always 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. In case your child develops any of these symptoms, rush to your child’s doctor immediately. Do speak to the doctor if you think you have given too much Aldezol DF Syrup to your child.
Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Aldezol DF Syrup for the prescribed duration?
If Aldezol DF Syrup fails to provide relief to your child, it could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing microorganism. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic that has a stronger impact on the infection-causing agent.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Aldezol DF Syrup?
Aldezol DF Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Aldezol DF Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Aldezol DF Syrup?
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.
Q. What should I tell the doctor before giving Aldezol DF Syrup to my child?
Inform the doctor if your child had or has heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood cells, seizures, psychiatric disorders, hypothyroidism, and hypoadrenalism. This is because there is a possibility that Aldezol DF Syrup may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
Q. My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Aldezol DF Syrup. Is it normal?
Yes, it is normal. Aldezol DF Syrup contains metronidazole which can cause red-brown urine. It is a harmless side effect. It will subside once the medicine is stopped after completing the treatment.
Q. What all lab tests do my child need to undergo while taking Aldezol DF Syrup for long-duration therapy?
If your child is taking Aldezol DF Syrup for long-term therapy, the doctor may prescribe Complete Blood Count (CBC), Liver Function Test (LFT), and Kidney Function Test (KFT).
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