Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop

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Composition FOR Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop

Ofloxacin(50mg/5ml)

food interaction for Orcin Drop

alcohol interaction for Orcin Drop

pregnancy interaction for Orcin Drop

lactation interaction for Orcin Drop

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop 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 Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop.
UNSAFE
Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop 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
Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop

Ofloxacin(50mg/5ml)

Orcin drop 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 orcin drop works

Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop 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 orcin drop

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 Orcin Drop

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Expert advice FOR Orcin Drop

  • Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
  • 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 Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop

Ofloxacin

Q. What if I give too much of Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop by mistake?
An extra dose of Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop 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 Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop for the prescribed duration?
Ineffective treatment with Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop 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 Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop?
Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop. 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 Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop?
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 Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop 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 Orcin 50mg/5ml Drop 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)