OKACIN 3 MG DROPS
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Product introduction
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid taking antacids containing aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take this medicine. Taking antacids, sucralfate, or vitamin or mineral supplements too close to a dose of this medicine, can greatly decrease the effects of the antibiotic. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You should not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.
You may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid taking antacids containing aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take this medicine. Taking antacids, sucralfate, or vitamin or mineral supplements too close to a dose of this medicine, can greatly decrease the effects of the antibiotic. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You should not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.
You may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
Uses of Okacin Drop
Benefits of Okacin Drop
In Bacterial infections
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Side effects of Okacin Drop
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
Common side effects of Okacin
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
How to use Okacin Drop
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. OKACIN 3 MG DROPS may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Okacin Drop works
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS is an antibiotic medicine to be taken by mouth. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with OKACIN 3 MG DROPS does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of OKACIN 3 MG DROPS may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of OKACIN 3 MG DROPS in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Okacin Drop?
If you miss a dose of OKACIN 3 MG DROPS, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
OKACIN 3 MG DROPS
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed OKACIN 3 MG DROPS to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Discontinue OKACIN 3 MG DROPS and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Fluoroquinolone
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Interaction with drugs
Taking Okacin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Lomefloxacin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.
Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Lomefloxacin. If Purified Vi Pol
Lomefloxacin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Lomefloxa
Concurrent use may cause seizures.
Do not consume Lomefloxacin with Ketoprofen. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for convulsions and seizures and consult your doctor if y
Concurrent use may cause seizures.
Do not consume Lomefloxacin with Aceclofenac. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for convulsions and seizures and consult your doctor if
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time and adjust the dose of Acenocoumarol accordingly.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can the use of OKACIN 3 MG DROPS increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of OKACIN 3 MG DROPS is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take OKACIN 3 MG DROPS. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
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Name: Novartis India Ltd
Address: Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India
Country of origin: India
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