Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension

Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension is indicated in the treatment of bacterial infections in children. It may also be used to treat diarrhoea and dysentery. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body.

Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension contains Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase, and Ornidazole prevents protein synthesis, which leads to cell death and kills the bacteria. Together, Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension helps treat bacterial infections.

In some cases, Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, and heartburn. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Let the doctor know if your child is allergic to any of the components in Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension. Keep the doctor informed about your child’s health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the gastrointestinal tract, dental, ear, nose, throat, skin, soft tissue, lung, and urinary tract. It may also be used to treat diarrhoea and dysentery. Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension contains Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase, which is required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby killing the bacteria. Together, Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension helps in treating bacterial infections.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset
• Heartburn

Do not give Offiquin OZ Oral Suspension to the child if they are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if the child has kidney or liver problems. Let the doctor know if your child is on any other medications, including herbal products or vitamin/mineral supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

• Include fruits and vegetables in the child’s diet.
• Make sure the child is well rested.
• Encourage the child to drink enough fluids.
• Teach the child to wash hands before consuming food.
• Adding fermented foods such as yoghurt can help improve your child’s gut health.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissues and cause sickness. Symptoms include fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. However, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.