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Synonym

COLISTIN, POLYMYXIN E, COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM, COLISTIN SODIUM METHANESULFONATE

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Okazole-C Dry Syrup

Okazole-C Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of bacterial infections in the stomach, bowel, and intestines of children.  Bacterial infection is a condition when harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

Okazole-C Dry Syrup contains Colistin Sulphate, which works by damaging bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps to treat bacterial infections.

Give Okazole-C Dry Syrup to your child as prescribed by the doctor. Okazole-C Dry Syrup may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and stomach upset. Most of these side effects of Okazole-C Dry Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If your child is allergic to Colistin Sulpate or any other medicines, please tell the doctor. Okazole-C Dry Syrup should be used only in doses prescribed by a doctor for children. You are recommended to complete the full course of Okazole-C Dry Syrup as prescribed by the doctor, even if your child feels better after a few days.

Uses of Okazole-C Dry Syrup

Treatment of the Bacterial infections of the stomach, bowel and intestines and Diarrhoea

Medicinal Benefits

Okazole-C Dry Syrup belongs to the class of medications called antibiotics. It is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestines caused by gram-negative bacteria. Okazole-C Dry Syrup contains Colistin Sulphate, which works by damaging bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps to treat bacterial infections. Also, it acts as an antidiarrhoeal and is used to treat infectious diarrhoea (infection of the intestines that causes bloody diarrhoea).

Side Effects of Okazole-C Dry Syrup

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Stomach upset

Directions for Use

Give this medicine to children as advised by the doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Shake the bottle well to loosen the powder. Twist open the enclosed plastic ampoule containing sterile water and add to the ring mark on the bottle to reconstitute the powder. Shake well. If required, adjust the volume to the ring mark with the remaining quantity of sterile water and shake well. Discard the remaining sterile water after reconstitution. Store the reconstituted suspension below 15°C and use it within 7 days of reconstitution.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If your child is allergic to Colistin Sulphate or any other medicines, please tell the doctor. Okazole-C Dry Syrup should be used in children only in doses as prescribed by a doctor. You are recommended to complete the full course of Okazole-C Dry Syrup as prescribed by the doctor, even if your child feels better after a few days.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: If your child takes other medicines or supplements, inform the doctor.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If your child has any disease condition, inform the doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Give probiotics after completing the full course to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fibre-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. 
  • Make sure your child drinks plenty of water or other fluids every day.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Okazole-C Dry Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Using more medication will not improve symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects such as numbness and tingling, extreme tiredness, confusion, dizziness, loss of balance and coordination, rapid, uncontrolled eye movements, difficulty speaking, slow, shallow, or difficult breathing, and decreased urination. If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of Okazole-C Dry Syrup, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains, and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, diarrhoea and tiredness.

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Alcohol

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Pregnancy

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If your child is suffering from liver disease, inform your doctor before using Okazole-C Dry Syrup.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If your child is suffering from kidney disease, inform your doctor before using Okazole-C Dry Syrup.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Okazole-C Dry Syrup should be used for children in dose and duration as the doctor advises.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - OK98112

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FAQs

Okazole-C Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of bacterial infections in the stomach, bowel, and intestines of children.
Okazole-C Dry Syrup contains Colistin Sulphate, which works by damaging bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps to treat bacterial infections.
You are not recommended to stop giving Okazole-C Dry Syrup to your child without consulting the doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, use Okazole-C Dry Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if your child experiences any difficulty while taking Okazole-C Dry Syrup, please consult your doctor.

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