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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Dec 7, 2024 | 2:25 PM IST

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs). It contains Nalidixic acid which works by inhibiting the action of a bacterial enzyme that is essential for bacterial reproduction. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, dizziness, headache, nausea, or stomach pain. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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About Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by bacteria. Urinary tract infection is the most common infection in humans caused by microbes. It can occur in any part of the urinary tract, such as the bladder, urethra, kidneys, or ureters.

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension contains Nalixic acid, an antibiotic that works by inhibiting the action of DNA gyrase (a bacterial enzyme), which is essential for repairing and replicating bacteria's genetic material (DNA). Thus, it prevents the reproduction and repair of bacteria. Thus, it kills bacteria and clears the infection.

Take Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience diarrhoea, dizziness, headache, nausea, or stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension. Avoid taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension if you are breastfeeding as it may be excreted in breastmilk and harm the baby. You are recommended to complete the full course of Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension as your doctor prescribes for effective results. You are advised to maintain a time gap of 2 hours between taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension and mineral supplements, vitamins with minerals or iron, sucralfate, didanosine, or antacids containing magnesium, calcium, and aluminium.

Uses of Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is used to treat urinary tract infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension contains Nalidixic acid, which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both gram-positive bacteria and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly active against gram-negative bacteria such as E-coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter species, Proteus mirabilis, Proteus vulgaris, Providencia rettgeri and Morganella morganii. Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension inhibits DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) action that is essential for repairing and replicating the genetic material (DNA) of bacteria. Thereby prevents reproduction and repair of bacteria. Thus, kills bacteria and clears the infection.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it on an empty stomach or at least 1 hour before meals or as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Syrup: Take it by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack. Shake the bottle well before each use.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension

  • Diarrhoea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have fits, porphyria (disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension. Avoid taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension if you are breastfeeding as it may be excreted in breastmilk and harm the baby. Drink plenty of water to flush out the bacteria. You are recommended to complete the full course of Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. You are advised to maintain a time gap of 2 hours between taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension and mineral supplements, vitamins with minerals or iron, sucralfate, didanosine, or antacids containing magnesium, calcium, and aluminium.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin), bronchodilator (theophylline), antibiotics (tetracycline, chloramphenicol, nitrofurantoin), high uric acid levels lowering medicine (probenecid), anticancer drug (melphalan), immunosuppressant (cyclosporine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension may interact with caffeine. Therefore, avoid caffeine intake with Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension as it may increase the effects of caffeine.

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have fits, porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), or liver or kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • NITROFURANTOIN
  • PROBENECID
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • MELPHALAN

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No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcohol, soda, coffee, tea, and artificial sweeteners, as they may cause bladder irritation.
  • Drink plenty of water or other fluids daily while taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension to flush out the bacteria.
  • Avoid spicy foods and citrus fruits (lemons, oranges, grapefruits) as they may irritate the bladder.
  • Eat foods antioxidant-rich foods such as blueberries, cranberries, tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, and plain Greek yoghurt.
  • Take probiotics after completing the entire course of Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension to restore some good bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fibre-rich foods, which can be easily digested by your gut bacteria and help stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as brown rice and whole-grain bread should be included in your diet.

Special Advise

  • If Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is continued for more than 2 weeks, blood tests are recommended to monitor blood counts and kidney and liver function periodically.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Urinary tract infection (UTI): It is the most common infection in humans caused by microbes and can occur in any part of the urinary tract such as the bladder, urethra, kidneys, or ureters. Most urinary tract infections are caused by bacteria, but some may be caused by fungi and rarely by viruses. Generally, urinary tract infections involve the bladder and urethra in the lower tract. It occurs mostly in women than in men. The symptoms of lower tract (bladder, urethra) infection include the increased urge to urinate, bloody urine, pain with urination, or pelvic pain in women. The symptoms of upper tract (kidneys, ureters) infection include vomiting, nausea, fever, or back pain.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is a category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may be excreted in breastmilk. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is not recommended for infants below 3 months, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. However, Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension should be used in children below 18 years if prescribed by a doctor only.

Manufacturer/Marketer address

F-65, Ist Floor, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase-I, New Delhi - 110020. Delhi
Other Info - DI88701

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FAQs

Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by bacteria.
Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension contains Nalidixic acid, an antibiotic that works by inhibiting the action of DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) that is essential for repairing and replicating the genetic material (DNA) of bacteria. Thereby prevents reproduction and repair of bacteria. Thus, kills bacteria and clears the infection.
Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension may cause diarrhoea as a temporary adverse effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens or notices blood in stools, please consult your doctor.
You are not recommended to take Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension with probenecid as co-administration of these medicines may reduce the effectiveness of Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension and increase its adverse effects. However, please consult your doctor before taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension with other medicines.
Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is not used to treat viral infections. Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and is used to treat only bacterial infections.
You are not recommended to stop taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension, please consult your doctor.
You are not recommended to take Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension with warfarin as it may increase the risk of bleeding more easily. However, please consult a doctor before using Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension with other medicines to adjust the dose appropriately to use both medicines safely.
It is usually advised not to take Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension with milk or antacids, as they may reduce the effectiveness of the medication by interfering with its absorption. To ensure optimal results, it is best to take Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension on an empty stomach or wait at least 2 hours before or after eating. Always consult your doctor for personalized guidance.
It is recommended to avoid consuming alcohol while taking Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension, as it may increase the risk of side effects.
Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension should be used with caution if you have kidney disease. It may require dose adjustments or close monitoring by your healthcare provider to minimize potential risks. Before starting this medication, be sure to inform your doctor if you have existing kidney conditions.
Common side effects of Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension include diarrhoea, dizziness, headache, nausea, or stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Store Diarlop 300mg/5ml Suspension in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.

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