DTO Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dto Information

Dto is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Other than this, Dto has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Dto depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dto as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Dto normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Dto has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Dto's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Dto is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Dto have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Dto may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Dto, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Dto Benefits & Uses
Dto Dosage & How to Take
Dto Side Effects
Dto Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dto with Other Drugs
Dto Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dto
Dto Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dto Benefits & Uses

Dto is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Giardiasis
Amebiasis
Dysentery

Dto Dosage & How to Take

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
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (50 mg) Tinidazole (150 mg)/ 5ml, dose for children 6 - 12 years old

Dto Related Warnings

Is the use of Dto safe for pregnant women?

Dto can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Dto right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Dto safe during breastfeeding?

Dto can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Dto on the Kidneys?

Dto rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dto on the Liver?

Dto may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Dto on the Heart?

You can take Dto without any fear of damage to the heart.

Severe Interaction of Dto with Other Drugs

Dto should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Phenobarbital

Dto Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dto unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sexually transmitted diseases
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Dto

Is this Dto habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Dto is addictive.

Dto Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dto

Taking Dto with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dto

Consumption of alcohol and Dto together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Dto

Question over 4 years ago

Does Dto contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Dto does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Dto affect tendons and muscles?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Dto can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

can I take Dto for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can take Dto 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Dto a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Dto is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Dto used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Dto 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.