Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml are as follows:&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Bacterial Infections: Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml 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: Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml can be used to manage sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea and chlamydia effectively.&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml is helpful in treating acute bacterial exacerbations in patients with COPD, improving symptoms and aiding recovery.&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Infectious Diarrhea: Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml is also effective in treating infectious diarrhea caused by certain bacterial strains.&lt;br/&gt;

Medicinal Benefits:

Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml 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. Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml 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 Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml?

Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml 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 Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml, 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 Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml taken along with dairy products?

No, Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml should not be taken along with dairy products as it might affect the absorption and efficacy of Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml. However, you can take it with a meal that includes these foods or drinks.

Why exposure to sunlight is avoided while taking Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml?

Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml 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 Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml cause diarrhoea?

Yes, after taking Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml, you may have diarrhea. Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml 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 Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml in more than recommended dose to recover from symptoms quickly?

No, Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml 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 Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml?

You are recommended to take Ofron 50 mg Paediatric Suspension 30 ml 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).