Ethiflo
Ethiflo Products are primarily used for
Diarrhea
About Ethiflo Products
Ethiflo Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Ethiflo are Nausea, Dryness in mouth, Metallic taste, Headache.
How Ethiflo Products work
Ofloxacin + Metronidazole + Simethicone is a combination of three antibiotics: Ofloxacin + Metronidazole + Simethicone1, Ofloxacin + Metronidazole + Simethicone2 and Ofloxacin + Metronidazole + Simethicone3 which treat diarrhoea. Ofloxacin + Metronidazole + Simethicone1 kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. Ofloxacin + Metronidazole + Simethicone2 kills other microorganisms in addition to bacteria by damaging the DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively. Ofloxacin + Metronidazole + Simethicone3 is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Patient Concerns about Ethiflo Products
Frequently asked questions about Ethiflo Products
Frequently asked questions about Ethiflo Products
Q. What should I tell the doctor before giving Ethiflo Oral Suspension to my child?
You must tell the doctor if your child is suffering from heart disease, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, or genetic disorders involving blood vessels. This is because there is a possibility that Ethiflo Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
Q. Can Ethiflo Oral Suspension be given along with cough and cold medicines?
No, do not give Ethiflo Oral Suspension with cough and cold medicines. The reason being, one of the ingredients present in Ethiflo Oral Suspension can interact with alcohol-containing medicines like cough syrups and can lead to disulfiram reaction, causing nausea, vomiting, flushing, dizziness, etc.
Q. What if I give an overdose of Ethiflo Oral Suspension by mistake?
An extra dose of Ethiflo Oral Suspension is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heartbeat. Rush to your child’s doctor if you notice any of these symptoms.
Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Ethiflo Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?
It could mean that Ethiflo Oral Suspension is unable to kill the infection-causing bacteria. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic that has a higher efficacy against the disease-causing bacteria. Remember, that sometimes, such antibiotics may have to be given by IV route (intravenous injection) in the hospital.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Ethiflo Oral Suspension?
Ethiflo Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Ethiflo Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. How should Ethiflo Oral Suspension be stored?
Store Ethiflo Oral Suspension at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Children may accidentally consume medicines if they find them while playing around. So, make sure that all the medicines are kept away from their reach and sight.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Ethiflo Oral Suspension?
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. My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Ethiflo Oral Suspension? Is it normal?
Ethiflo Oral Suspension contains active ingredient metronidazole, which causes red-brown urine. It is not pathogenic but a side effect. It subsides once the medicine is stopped after the completion of the treatment.