Flodux M Oral Suspension

Short Description

Flodux M Oral Suspension is given to children for the treatment of bacterial infections of the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract.

Dosage Form

Oral Suspension

Introduction

Flodux M Oral Suspension is a combination of three active ingredients, given to children for the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also given as an empirical antibiotic for infected diarrhea mixed with blood and serious infections like peritonitis. This medicine is not suitable for viral infections such as the common cold and flu.

Flodux M Oral Suspension should be given to your child as directed by the doctor. It is important to complete the full course of treatment, even if your child starts to feel better before finishing the medicine.

Side Effects

Diarrhea is a common side effect of this medicine. If it occurs, make sure your child drinks plenty of water.

Flodux M Oral Suspension is a combination of three active ingredients. The antibiotic ingredients, ofloxacin and metronidazole, interfere with the genetic material of bacteria by impairing its DNA. This kills the infection-causing bacteria, preventing its growth and stopping the infection. Simethicone, a gas-absorbing agent, improves gastric tolerability of the combination and aids in the removal of gases, providing relief in stomach pain and bloating.

Diarrhea is a common side effect of this medicine. If it occurs, make sure your child drinks plenty of water. Your child may have an altered taste or furry tongue (coating of Flodux M Oral Suspension on tongue) after taking Flodux M Oral Suspension. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help. Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid within 2 hours of taking Flodux M Oral Suspension as these can affect the absorption of the medicine. Never use this medicine for the common cold and flu as they are caused by viruses and Flodux M Oral Suspension treats only bacterial infections. Discontinue Flodux M Oral Suspension and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.