Satrogyl O Dry Syrup
Manufacturer
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Ofloxacin (50mg/5ml) + Satranidazole (75mg/5ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections.
Dosage Form
Oral Suspension
Introduction
Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup 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.
Directions for Use
Only give Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Diarrhea is a common side effect of Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup. Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case it develops. Your child may have an altered taste or furry tongue (coating of Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup on tongue) after taking Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help. Quit giving Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup and speak to the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
Interacting Medicines
Calcium Magnesium Iron Vitamin Antacid
How it works
Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup is an antibiotic having Satranidazole and Ofloxacin as its active ingredients. Both these medicines damage the DNA of the infection-causing bacteria thus killing it by stopping its growth. This prevents the infection from spreading without making the bacteria resistant to further treatment.
Quick Tips
Diarrhea is a common side effect of Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup. Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case it develops. Your child may have an altered taste or furry tongue (coating of Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup on tongue) after taking Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup. 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 Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup as these can affect the absorption of the medicine. Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions. Only give Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Frequently asked questions
What if I give excess Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup by mistake?
Though an extra dose of Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup will not impact your child’s health, never give an overdose of any medicine. If you think you have given too much to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Exceeding the recommended dose may cause 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.
What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup for the prescribed duration?
Not seeing any improvement could signify 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 an antibiotic having a farther reach of impact than Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup. Since not all medicines are given by oral route, your doctor may suggest giving an intravenous injection to your child in the hospital.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup?
Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup?
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.
What should I tell the doctor before giving Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup to my child?
Inform the doctor if your child is suffering or has suffered 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 Satrogyl-O Dry Syrup may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
