Arrow 50mg Suspension

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Composition FOR Arrow 50mg Suspension

Ofloxacin(50mg)

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Arrow 50mg Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Arrow 50mg Suspension.
UNSAFE
Arrow 50mg Suspension 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arrow 50mg Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Arrow 50mg Suspension

Ofloxacin(50mg)

Arrow suspension uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).

How arrow suspension works

Arrow 50mg Suspension is an antibiotic. It interferes with the genetic material of bacteria by implanting defects in its DNA. These defects hamper the multiplication of the bacteria and affect its survival as well. Thus, it kills the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

Common side effects of arrow suspension

Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Abdominal pain, Itching, Fungal infection, Agitation, Sleep disorder, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Vertigo, Cough, Rash, Anaphylactic reaction, Anxiety, Confusion, Nightmares, Sleepiness, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Breathlessness, Bronchospasm, Increased liver enzymes, Genital itching, Vaginal inflammation, Phlebitis, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Indigestion, Cognitive impairment, Depression, Abnormal dreams, Eye irritation, Joint pain, Muscle pain, Ringing in ear, Photophobia, Fast heart rate, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Increased creatinine level in blood, Photosensitivity, Inflammation of tendons, Tendon rupture, Psychotic disorder, Liver dysfunction, Pseudomembranous colitis

SUBSTITUTES FOR Arrow Suspension

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Expert advice FOR Arrow Suspension

  • Do not panic. You can give the medicine as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child. In case of any confusion, do consult your doctor, do not double the dose to catch up.
  • Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid within 2 hours of taking Ofloxacin as these can affect the absorption of the medicine.
  • Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
  • Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
  • Discontinue Ofloxacin and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
  • Only give Ofloxacin to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.

Frequently asked questions FOR Arrow 50mg Suspension

Ofloxacin

Q. What if I give too much of Arrow 50mg Suspension by mistake?
An extra dose of Arrow 50mg 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, unconsciousness, and palpitations (irregularities of 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 Arrow 50mg Suspension for the prescribed duration?
Ineffective treatment with Arrow 50mg 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 that would be more specific in action. Not all medicines are given by oral route, some may have to be given by IV route (intravenous injection) in the hospital.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Arrow 50mg Suspension?
Arrow 50mg Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Arrow 50mg Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Arrow 50mg 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 Arrow 50mg Suspension to my child?
Inform the doctor if your child is suffering from a 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 Arrow 50mg Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)