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Ofloxacin + Ornidazole + Racecadotril

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Ofloxacin + Ornidazole + Racecadotril Uses

Ofloxacin+Ornidazole+Racecadotril is used in the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.

How Ofloxacin + Ornidazole + Racecadotril works

Ofloxacin + Ornidazole + Racecadotril is a combination of three medicines: Ofloxacin , Ornidazole and Racecadotril which treat diarrhoea. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. Ornidazole is also an antibiotic which kills the bacteria and other microorganisms by damaging the DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively. Racecadotril has an anti-secretory effect. It reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine which decreases fluid loss during diarrhoea.

Common side effects of Ofloxacin + Ornidazole + Racecadotril

Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach pain, Loss of appetite, Dizziness, Headache, Itching, Skin rash

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Expert advice for Ofloxacin + Ornidazole + Racecadotril

Take your medication timely to maintain steady levels in your body.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Discontinue Ofloxacin + Ornidazole + Racecadotril and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and a healthy diet while taking the medicine.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you.

Frequently asked questions for Ofloxacin + Ornidazole + Racecadotril

Ofloxacin + Ornidazole + Racecadotril

Q. Can I stop taking Ofloxacin+Ornidazole+Racecadotril when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Ofloxacin+Ornidazole+Racecadotril and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. What if I miss my dose?

Take Ofloxacin+Ornidazole+Racecadotril as soon you as remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.