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Mylone F Oral Suspension

Mylone F Oral Suspension

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ORAL

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About Mylone F Oral Suspension

Mylone F Oral Suspension belongs to a class of medicines known as antibiotics. This is used to treat various infections caused by bacteria, dysentery and diarrhea. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect our bodies. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. Amoebic dysentery can be caused due to entamoeba histolytica, giardia lamblia or clostridium difficile. Diarrhea is the increase in bowel movement leading to increased and loose motions.

Mylone F Oral Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics that include furazolidone and metronidazole. Mylone F Oral Suspension contains flurazolidone works by interfering with the protein synthesis, a mechanism which is important for survival of bacteria. Metronidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that are responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their DNA. Collectively they help in treating the disease effectively.

Take Mylone F Oral Suspension as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Mylone F Oral Suspension based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, dryness in the mouth, headache, metallic taste, and dark yellow to brown discoloration of urine. Most of these side effects of Mylone F Oral Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Mylone F Oral Suspension should not be taken if you are allergic to Mylone F Oral Suspension or any other contents present in it. It is not advisable to stop taking Mylone F Oral Suspension suddenly to avoid unpleasant side effects. The full course prescribed by the doctor should be completed. Mylone F Oral Suspension should not be taken in the conditions like a history of liver and kidney disease. It is advisable to you do not drive while using Mylone F Oral Suspension as Mylone F Oral Suspension may cause blurred vision or dizziness that may affect the ability to drive or using machines. Mylone F Oral Suspension is safely given to children.

Uses of Mylone F Oral Suspension

Treatment of Bacterial infection, Diarrhea, Dysentry, Intestinal infection.

Medicinal Benefits

Mylone F Oral Suspension is a combination of two medicines namely furazolidone and metronidazole. is used to treat various infections caused by bacteria, dysentery and diarrhea. It is also used to treat intestinal infections, typhoid fever and skin infections. Mylone F Oral Suspension is effective to treat many types of bacterial infections. Mylone F Oral Suspension contains flurazolidone works by interfering with the protein synthesis, a mechanism which is important for survival of bacteria. Metronidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that are responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their DNA. Collectively they help in treating the disease effectively.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup/suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Mylone F Oral Suspension

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal distress
  • Vertigo
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Headache
  • Metallic taste
  • Ototoxicity
  • Dark yellow to brown discoloration of urine

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to furazolidone, metronidazole or any other antibacterial or anti amoebic agents, please inform your doctor to avoid any unwanted side-effects. Mylone F Oral Suspension should not be taken in the conditions like liver disease, kidney disease. Before taking Mylone F Oral Suspension inform your doctor if you have fits disorder, numbness or pain of feet or hands. Mylone F Oral Suspension may low white blood cell count (leukopenia). Mylone F Oral Suspension may cause convulsions (rapid contraction and relaxation of body muscles), if you observe these symptoms immediately contact your doctor. Discontinue the Mylone F Oral Suspension if any signs of low blood count observed. Immediately inform your doctor if you experience swelling of the face, tongue, throat, itchy rash or breathing difficulties while taking this Mylone F Oral Suspension. Mylone F Oral Suspension is safely given to children above one month year of age. It is advisable to you do not drive while using Mylone F Oral Suspension as Mylone F Oral Suspension may cause blurred vision or dizziness that may affect the ability to drive or use machines. It is not advisable to stop taking Mylone F Oral Suspension suddenly to avoid unpleasant side effects. The full course prescribed by the doctor should be completed.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: This medicine may have an interaction with antiparkinson’s medicine (selegiline, rasagiline, apomorphine), a medicine used in cough (dextromethorphan), antiallergic (phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine), medicine for the fit disorder (phenobarbital), medicine for enlarged prostate gland (a gland between the bladder and penis) (alfuzosin), medicine for heart disease (amiodarone), antibiotic (clarithromycin), antacid (omeprazole).

Drug-Food Interaction: Mylone F Oral Suspension interacts with foods with high tyramine. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may lead to an unpleasant reaction with symptoms like stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, flushing, headache or redness of the face.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Mylone F Oral Suspension may interact in patients with liver disease and gastrointestinal disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • SELEGILINE
  • RASAGILINE
  • APOMORPHINE
  • DEXTROMETHORPHAN
  • PHENYLEPHRINE
  • PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • ALFUZOSIN
  • AMIODARONE
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • OMEPRAZOLE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, cola or chocolate. Mylone F Oral Suspension may increase nervousness, sleeplessness and anxiety caused by caffeine.
  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Mylone F Oral Suspension in order to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like yogurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria. 
  • Include more fiber-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet. Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Mylone F Oral Suspension.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Mylone F Oral Suspension as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Mylone F Oral Suspension in fighting off infections.

Special Advise

You should consult a doctor if you have symptoms associated with dehydration like dry mouth, excessive thirst, wrinkled skin, little or no urination, dizziness and lightheadedness.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial Infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. People with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make them more prone to bacterial infection.

Diarrhea: It is the increase in bowel movement leading to increased and loose motions. 

Dysentery: It is inflammation of the intestine, particularly the colon, caused by the bacteria Shigella.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Drinking alcohol while taking this Mylone F Oral Suspension may lead to an unpleasant reaction with symptoms like stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, flushing, headache or redness of the face.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Mylone F Oral Suspension should not be taken if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby. If you become pregnant while taking Mylone F Oral Suspension, stop taking the medication, and contact your doctor immediately. Metronidazole should not be given in the first trimester of the pregnancy as it may cause harm to the fetus.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Take Mylone F Oral Suspension only when prescribed, Mylone F Oral Suspension contains ‘metronidazole’ which is known to pass on in a limited quantity via breast milk to the child. Consult your doctor for further advice.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive while using Mylone F Oral Suspension as Mylone F Oral Suspension may cause blurred vision or dizziness that may affect the ability to drive or using machines.

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Liver

Caution

Mylone F Oral Suspension to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Mylone F Oral Suspension to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Mylone F Oral Suspension can be given to the children for typhoid fever, diarrhea, a stomach infection, amoebiasis, abdominal infection, diarrhea and intestinal infection only when prescribed by a child specialist.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Arbro Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd. , 6 / 14 , Kirti Nagar, Industrial Area, New Delhi-110015, India
Other Info - MY12356

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FAQs

Mylone F Oral Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections, dysentery and diarrhoea. It works by killing infection-causing organisms.
Yes, Mylone F Oral Suspension is known to cause dry mouth, especially when you start taking Mylone F Oral Suspension. If you feel excessively thirsty, do frequent mouth rinses, and increase fluid intake.
Mylone F Oral Suspension helps in the treatment of various bacterial infections, diarrhea, and dysentery. Mylone F Oral Suspension contains flurazolidone works by interfering with the protein synthesis, a mechanism which is important for survival of bacteria. Metronidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that are responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their DNA. Collectively they help in treating the disease effectively.
Yes, Mylone F Oral Suspension may lead to temporary metallic taste. This metallic taste can be reduced by chewing mints, sugar-free gum and brushing teeth after the food.
No, do not stop taking Mylone F Oral Suspension and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel well. Your symptoms may enhance before the infection is completely treated.
Yes, Mylone F Oral Suspension may cause nausea and vomiting in some patients. You are recommended to take Mylone F Oral Suspension with meals to avoid this. If you still vomit or feel nauseous, please consult your doctor.
No, you are recommended not to take Mylone F Oral Suspension with other antibiotics. Mylone F Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat parasitic and amoebic infections. When taken along with other antibiotics, Mylone F Oral Suspension may lose its efficiency or it might result in unwanted side effects.

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