Oflo M Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections. In children, it is used to treat infections of the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract.Give Oflo M Oral Suspension to your child orally, preferably at a fixed time, either before or after food. In case your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. The usually prescribed frequency is twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. 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. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, your child???s age, and body weight, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor.Some children may develop minor and temporary side effects after taking this medicine. These include nausea, vomiting, metallic taste, headache, loss of appetite, abdominal cramps, 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, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your child???s overall treatment.

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. Oflo M Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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. Oflo M Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Kidney : CAUTION

Oflo M Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oflo M Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CAUTION

Oflo M Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Oflo M Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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.

bottle of 60 ml Oral Suspension

Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL

Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections|Treatment of Diarrhea|Treatment of Dysentery

Store below 30?C

Q. What if I give excess Oflo M Oral Suspension by mistake?::: Although an extra dose of Oflo M Oral Suspension will not have any side effects, you must always be vigilant. If you think you have given too much Oflo M Oral Suspension to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose increases the risk of 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 on an immediate basis if you notice any of these symptoms.| Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Oflo M Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?::: Ineffective treatment with Oflo M Oral Suspension could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing bacteria. In such a case, visit your child???s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic, having more specific action toward the infection-causing bacteria.| Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Oflo M Oral Suspension?::: Oflo M Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Oflo M Oral Suspension. 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 Oflo M 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. What should I tell the doctor before giving Oflo M Oral Suspension to my child?::: Inform the doctor if your child is suffering from heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood vessels, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, or rheumatoid arthritis. This is because there is a possibility that Oflo M Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.| Q. My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Oflo M Oral Suspension. Is it normal?::: Yes, it is normal. Oflo M Oral Suspension contains an active ingredient called metronidazole which can cause red-brown urine. It is a harmless side effect. It will subside once the medicine is stopped after the completion of the treatment.| Q. My child is having a common cold. Is it safe to give Oflo M Oral Suspension along with cough & cold medicines?::: No, do not give Oflo M Oral Suspension with cough and cold medicines as it can interfere with their working.

Vomiting
Nausea
Weight loss
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Dizziness
Metallic taste
Urine discoloration