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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in children. It contains Ofloxacin belonging to the fluoroquinolone class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the repair of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections.

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Composition :

OFLOXACIN-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in children. It is used in treating infectious diarrhoea and infections of the skin, throat, ear, and lungs caused by bacteria. A bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter and grow in the body. This bacteria can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is effective in treating infections caused by bacteria only and does not treat viral infections like flu or a common cold.

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp contains Ofloxacin belonging to the fluoroquinolone class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the repair of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp may cause certain side effects such as indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, and stomach pain. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or bother your child, please consult your paediatrician. Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp should be given as advised by your paediatrician. Do not give more than the prescribed dose to the child. Generally, the dose of the medicine will be decided by your paediatrician depending upon the type and severity of the infection.

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is intended for pediatric use only. Avoid giving Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp to your child if she/he is allergic to antibiotics. Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition including his current medications and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, let your paediatrician know if your child has lung disease, muscle weakness, liver, and kidney disease.

Uses of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp

Treatment of Bacterial Infections

Directions for Use

Shake the container well before each use. Measure the required amount of this medicine into the measuring cup and administer it to your child. It is advised to measure the quantity accurately with the help of a syringe or measuring spoon containing markings.

Medicinal Benefits

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp contains Ofloxacin. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) bacteria. Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections in children. Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp works by inhibiting the repair of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

How Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp Works

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp contains Ofloxacin belonging to the fluoroquinolone class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the repair of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach upset
  • Indigestion
  • Vomiting

What if I have taken an overdose of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp may include confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, hot and cold flushes, nausea, numbness and swelling of the face, and slurred speech. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Drug Warnings

Avoid giving Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp to your child if she/he is allergic to antibiotics. Keep your paediatrician informed about your child’s health condition including his current medications and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, let your paediatrician know if your child has lung disease, muscle weakness, liver, and kidney disease. Dairy products should be avoided along with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OfloxacinAmiodarone
Critical
OfloxacinHalofantrine
Critical

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OfloxacinAmiodarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
The combination of Amiodarone and Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml may significantly increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Amiodarone and Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinHalofantrine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
Using halofantrine together with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Halofantrine can cause an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
OfloxacinThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
Coadministration of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Thioridazine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Thioridazine together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
Coadministration of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Cisapride can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Cisapride together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor. Note: Cisapride is no longer available on the market. Cisapride should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor and closely monitored.
OfloxacinZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
Coadministration of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Ziprasidone can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Ziprasidone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinQuinidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
Coadministration of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Quinidine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Quinidine together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinBepridil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
Using bepridil together with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml drugs can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Bepridil can cause an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
Coadministration of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Saquinavir can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Saquinavir together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
Using Mesoridazine together with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mesoridazine with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
OfloxacinSotalol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml:
Coadministration of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Sotalol can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml with Sotalol together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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OFLOXACIN-50MGVitamin B complex foods, Vitamin B12 rich foods
Moderate

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OFLOXACIN-50MGVitamin B complex foods, Vitamin B12 rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Avocado, Beetroot, Cereals, Cheese, Chicken, Black Beans, Eggs, Clams, Chickpea, Whole Grains, Shellfish, Spinach, Salmon, Red Meat, Oysters, Potatoes, Kidney Beans, Mackerel, Milk, Kale, Tuna, Yogurt, Liver, Low-Fat Milk, Trout, Fortified Breakfast Cereal, Fish, Beef

How to manage the interaction:
Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml and a multivitamin with minerals should not be taken together orally. Products containing magnesium, aluminium, calcium, iron, or other minerals may decrease the effects of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml. If at all possible, avoid taking multivitamins containing minerals while receiving Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp 60Ml treatment. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more fiber-enriched food in your child’s diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth.
  • Fiber foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.
  • Avoid giving too much calcium, or iron-enriched foods, as it might affect the working of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp. 
  • Make your child drink more fluids to avoid dehydration.
  • Do not make your child drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as cola, or chocolate.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp Substitute

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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if your child has a liver impairment or if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if your child has a kidney impairment or if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is safe for children if prescribed by the doctor. The dose of the medicine will be decided by your paediatrician. Do not give more than the recommended dose to your child.

FAQs

Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is used to treat Bacterial infections.
Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp contains Ofloxacin belonging to the fluoroquinolone class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the repair of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell.
No, Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is not used to treat viral infections. Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.
No. As it is an antibiotic, it is advised to complete the entire treatment course of your child as prescribed. If the treatment is stopped abruptly, there may be drug resistance.
Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp can cause diarrhoea in children. Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp is an antibiotic that kills toxic bacteria, but it can also affect the useful bacteria in your intestine or stomach and lead to diarrhoea. If your child has diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your paediatrician recommends it.
It is recommended that you complete the course of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp even if you feel better. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any adverse events, that persist seek medical attention.
Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp may increase the risk of muscle damage in rare cases, particularly in individuals with pre-existing muscle conditions like myasthenia gravis. If you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, seek medical attention promptly.
Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp works by killing bacteria that cause infections. It inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells and kills the bacteria, thereby preventing the further spread of the infection.
Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp effectively treats infections by targeting and eliminating the bacteria that cause them. Through its antibacterial properties, Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp halt the growth and spread of the infection, helping to prevent further complications and promote recovery.
Before taking Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp, it's essential to consult your doctor about potential interactions with other medications. To ensure safe treatment, discuss your ongoing medications and medical history with your doctor, and they will help you manage any potential interactions.
It is unknown whether Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant as it may harm the baby.
You may experience sleep problems, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, itching, external genital itching in women, vaginal inflammation (vaginitis) and taste changes in some cases. Most of these side effects of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. If you experience any allergic reaction symptoms such as rashes, itching, swelling, or shortness of breath, immediately contact the doctor.
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Ornof Rf 50Mg Susp as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include nausea, dizziness, slurred speech, confusion, hot and cold flushes or numbness and swelling of the face. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai – 400 001, India.
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