Ofloxacin+racecadotril
About Ofloxacin+racecadotril
Ofloxacin+racecadotril is a prescribed oral suspension used to treat acute bacterial diarrhoea and gastroenteritis in children. It combines two active therapies to clear the underlying gut infection while rapidly reducing fluid loss. This helps prevent dehydration and supports a quicker recovery for your child.
To get the best results, give Ofloxacin+racecadotril consistently and exactly as prescribed by your paediatrician. It can be given with or without food, though giving it with a meal may help prevent mild stomach upset. Alongside this medication, encouraging healthy hydration and temporary dietary adjustments will help speed up your child's recovery.
While this medicine is generally well-tolerated, some children may experience mild side effects like nausea or headaches. If you notice any serious symptoms, such as joint pain, severe skin rashes, or difficulty breathing, stop giving the medication and consult your doctor immediately.
Before starting this medicine, talk to your doctor if your child has a history of kidney disease, seizures, or tendon problems. Do not give this medicine if your child has a known allergy to similar antibiotics or anti-diarrheal treatments.
This medicine can interact with certain mineral supplements or antacids, which can reduce its effectiveness. Because it is formulated specifically for children, always consult a paediatrician or pharmacist to confirm safety if your child is taking any other prescription or over-the-counter treatments.
Uses of Ofloxacin+racecadotril
Medicinal Benefits
Ofloxacin+racecadotril is used to treat bacterial diarrhoea in children by helping control the infection and reducing excessive fluid loss through frequent watery stools. When used as prescribed, it helps relieve symptoms and supports a faster recovery while reducing the risk of dehydration.
Benefits may include:
- Ofloxacin+racecadotril helps reduce diarrhoea while treating the underlying bacterial infection, providing effective relief from symptoms and addressing the cause.
- By decreasing the frequency and volume of watery stools, it helps lower the risk of dehydration and supports your child's recovery.
- The antibiotic component targets and destroys the bacteria causing the infection, helping clear the illness rather than only relieving symptoms.
- By reducing excessive water secretion into the intestines, it helps make stools less watery without causing sudden constipation.
Directions for Use
- Ofloxacin+racecadotril can be given to your child with or without food, preferably with food to reduce stomach discomfort.
- Follow the doctor’s instructions regarding the required dosage and timing of this medication for optimal effectiveness.
- Shake the bottle well before each use.
- Give the prescribed dose to your child by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided with the pack.
- Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly.
Storage
Side Effects of Ofloxacin+racecadotril
Common Side Effects (Usually mild):
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Mild stomach ache
- Dizziness
Serious Side Effects (Call a doctor right away):
- Signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, or trouble breathing
- Severe, blistering skin rashes, hives, or peeling skin
- Pain, swelling, or inflammation in the joints or tendons
- Severe, watery diarrhoea that is bloody or accompanied by a high fever
Medicines Containing this Salt
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- Check the medicine before use: Always double-check the expiration date on the label before giving the first dose to your child.
- Inspect the liquid carefully: Inspect the liquid before use; do not give the medicine if you notice any unusual colour changes, persistent clumping, or an unpleasant odour.
- Watch for joint pain: Monitor your child’s physical activity; if they complain of any new ankle, wrist, or joint pain during treatment, stop the medicine and call your doctor.
- Complete the full course: Always complete the entire course of treatment prescribed by your doctor, even if the diarrhoea stops completely.
Drug Interactions
- Antacids and multivitamin supplements: Giving products containing magnesium, aluminium, calcium, iron, or zinc within two hours of Ofloxacin+racecadotril can significantly lower the absorption of the medicine, making it less effective.
- Other antibacterial medicines: Combining this medicine with certain other antibiotics may increase the risk of side effects or affect how they work.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Breast Feeding
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Driving
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Liver
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if your child has a liver impairment or if you have any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if your child has kidney problems.
Children
safe if prescribedOfloxacin+racecadotril is recommended for use in children. Your child's doctor may prescribe the dose of this medicine based on age, body weight and condition of your child.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Keep your child hydrated: Provide small, frequent sips of Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS), clear broths, or water to replace lost fluids and essential minerals.
- Offer bland foods: Once your child is ready to eat, offer simple, easily digestible foods like bananas, plain rice, applesauce, and toast.
- Avoid dairy and greasy foods: Temporarily remove milk, cheese, butter, fried foods, and highly spiced meals from their diet, as these can irritate a recovering gut.
- Ensure plenty of rest: Encourage your child to rest as much as possible to help their body direct energy toward fighting the infection and healing.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Diarrhoea: Diarrhoea occurs when there is a frequent need to empty the bowels, which is characterized by loose and watery stools. The causes of diarrhoea include food intolerance, food allergy, adverse reactions to any medicine, viral infection, bacterial infection, intestinal disease, parasitic infection, and stomach or gallbladder surgery. The symptoms of diarrhoea include nausea, abdominal pain, cramps, dehydration and bloating, frequent urge to empty the bowels, and large volume of stools or watery stools.
FAQs
Ofloxacin+racecadotril is used to treat diarrhoea.
Ofloxacin+racecadotril reduces the watery secretions the intestine produces and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria.
You are advised to administer Ofloxacin+racecadotril to the child only for the duration prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns or if the child's condition persists or worsens.
To compensate for the fluid loss due to your child's diarrhoea, medicine should be given along with adequate fluid and electrolytes/salt replacement, such as ORS (oral rehydration solution). However, consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
No. You must complete the entire course prescribed by your paediatrician. Stopping the medicine early can allow the remaining bacteria to multiply, causing the infection to return or become resistant to antibiotics. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
It is best not to mix Ofloxacin+racecadotril with milk, formula, or other dairy products. The calcium in dairy can bind with the medicine and prevent it from being properly absorbed. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for tips on giving medicine to a fussy child.
If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking a dose, consult your paediatrician to ask if you should give another dose. If they vomit more than 30 minutes after taking it, do not give an extra dose without checking with your doctor.
Ofloxacin+racecadotril is generally not recommended for very young infants unless specifically evaluated and prescribed by a specialist. Always talk to your doctor before giving this medication to an infant.
Sleepiness is not a common side effect of Ofloxacin+racecadotril. If your child seems unusually sleepy or lethargic, it could be a sign of severe dehydration rather than the medication. Talk to your doctor immediately if your child is difficult to wake.
No, you do not need to refrigerate Ofloxacin+racecadotril. Store it at room temperature, below 30°C, and keep it away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze it.
Yes, you can usually give paracetamol alongside Ofloxacin+racecadotril if your child has a fever. However, it is always safest to consult your doctor or pharmacist to confirm there are no specific conflicts with other medications your child is taking.
