GMD OF Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of GMD OF Suspension are as follows:&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Bacterial Infections: GMD OF Suspension is commonly prescribed to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections.&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Sexually Transmitted Infections: GMD OF Suspension can be used to manage sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea and chlamydia effectively.&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): GMD OF Suspension is helpful in treating acute bacterial exacerbations in patients with COPD, improving symptoms and aiding recovery.&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Infectious Diarrhea: GMD OF Suspension is also effective in treating infectious diarrhea caused by certain bacterial strains.&lt;br/&gt;

Medicinal Benefits:

GMD OF Suspension contains the antibiotic Ofloxacin, which helps in treating and preventing a wide range of bacterial infections caused by most Gram-negative bacteria, many Gram-positive bacteria, and some anaerobes bacteria (that live without oxygen). It is bactericidal in nature and works by killing bacteria that cause infections by preventing the formation of the cell wall required for living. It also inhibits the repair of bacterial cells. Altogether it kills the bacteria. GMD OF Suspension has the advantage of good penetration in most deep tissues and body fluids. Hence, it is also suitable for the treatment of deep tissue and bone bacterial infections.

FAQs

What is the use of GMD OF Suspension?

GMD OF Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections, including pneumonia, gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted disease), typhoid fever, infectious diarrhoea, and infections of the skin, eye/ear, bone, joint, abdomen, and prostate (male reproductive gland).

What should I do if I forget a dose?

If you miss a dose of GMD OF Suspension, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Can GMD OF Suspension taken along with dairy products?

No, GMD OF Suspension should not be taken along with dairy products as it might affect the absorption and efficacy of GMD OF Suspension. However, you can take it with a meal that includes these foods or drinks.

Why exposure to sunlight is avoided while taking GMD OF Suspension?

GMD OF Suspension makes your skin sensitive to sunlight known as photosensitivity. So, prolonged exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light should be avoided. In case of emergency, you should always wear sunscreen before going out.

Does use of GMD OF Suspension cause diarrhoea?

Yes, after taking GMD OF Suspension, you may have diarrhea. GMD OF Suspension is an antibiotic that kills or prevents bacterial growth, so in case some good intestinal bacteria which aid in digestion might also get killed. So, drink plenty of fluids and take probiotics to prevent excessive loss of fluids from the body (dehydration).

Can I take GMD OF Suspension in more than recommended dose to recover from symptoms quickly?

No, GMD OF Suspension should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor

Can i take other medicines with GMD OF Suspension?

You are recommended to take GMD OF Suspension either 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking an antacid, multivitamin, or other product that has calcium/magnesium/aluminium/iron/zinc, antiulcer agent (sucralfate) or anti-HIV drug (didanosine).