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Ornof is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension,Syrup,Infusion,Tablet. The alternative uses of Ornof have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Ornof depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Ornof are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ornof as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ornof go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ornof is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ornof's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ornof is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ornof have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Ornof may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Ornof is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Ornof is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ornof safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ornof. It is best to stop taking Ornof immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ornof safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ornof. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Ornof on the Kidneys?
Using Ornof does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Ornof on the Liver?
Ornof may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ornof on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Ornof. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Ornof should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ornof unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ornof habit forming or addictive?
Ornof does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ornof will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ornof only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ornof is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ornof
It is safe to take Ornof with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ornof
Consumption of alcohol and Ornof together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, you can take Ornof for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Ornof is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Yes, Ornof causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Do not take Ornof along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes Ornof is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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