Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension
Manufacturer
Mednic Healthcare
Salt Composition
Ofloxacin (50mg) + Metronidazole (120mg) + Simethicone (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension is a medicine used to treat bacterial infections in children, including those of the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract.
Dosage Form
Oral Suspension
Introduction
Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension is a combination of three active ingredients: ofloxacin, metronidazole, and simethicone. It is used to treat bacterial infections in children, including those of the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract. This medicine is also given as an empirical antibiotic for infected diarrhea mixed with blood and serious infections like peritonitis.
Directions for Use
Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension is given to children for the treatment of bacterial infections. It is important to follow the dosage instructions provided by the doctor and to complete the full course of treatment.
How it works
Floxnic-MS 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, killing the infection-causing bacteria and preventing its growth and stopping the infection. Simethicone, a gas-absorbing agent, binds with the gas bubbles produced as a result of the other two ingredients or as a result of some other problem, aiding in the removal of gases and providing relief in stomach pain and bloating.
Quick Tips
Diarrhea is a common side effect. Make sure your child drinks plenty of water. Your child may have an altered taste or furry tongue after taking Floxnic-MS 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 Floxnic-MS 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 Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension treats only bacterial infections. Discontinue Floxnic-MS 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Before administering Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension to your child, inform the doctor if they suffer from heart disease, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (sunlight allergy), neuromuscular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, or genetic disorders involving blood vessels. This is due to potential aggravation of these conditions and increased risk of complications.
You must inform your child's doctor if they suffer from any of the following conditions before administering Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension: heart disease, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (sunlight allergy), neuromuscular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, or genetic disorders involving blood vessels. This is because there is a possibility that Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
Can Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension be given alongside cough and cold medicines?
No, do not administer Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension with cough and cold medicines. This is because one of the ingredients in Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension can interact with alcohol-containing medicines like cough syrups and can lead to disulfiram reaction, causing nausea, vomiting, flushing, dizziness etc.
What if I accidentally administer an overdose of Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension?
An extra dose of Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension is unlikely to harm. If you suspect an overdose, consult a doctor immediately. Overdose may lead to unwanted side effects like seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heartbeat. Seek immediate medical attention if any of these symptoms are observed.
What should I do if my child doesn't show improvement after taking Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?
If your child does not show improvement despite taking Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration, consult a doctor. The doctor may prescribe another antibiotic with higher efficacy against the bacteria causing the infection. Remember that in some cases, this antibiotic might need to be administered intravenously (IV) during hospitalization.
Can other medicines be taken concurrently with Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension?
Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medications or substances. Before starting Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension, inform your doctor about any other medications your child is taking. It's also essential to consult your doctor before giving any medication to your child.
How should Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension be stored?
Store Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension at room temperature, in a dry place away from direct heat and light. It is essential to keep the medication out of reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with vaccines or cause a negative reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, it's best to wait for your child's recovery from the illness before administering any vaccine. Once they feel better, the vaccine can be given.
My child has been passing red-brown urine since starting Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension? Is this normal?
Floxnic-MS Oral Suspension contains metronidazole, which causes a reddish-brown hue in the urine. This is not harmful but a side effect that will subside once the medication is stopped after completion of treatment.
