Flownil: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Flownil Information

Flownil is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. The alternative uses of Flownil have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Flownil is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Flownil are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Flownil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Flownil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Flownil's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Flownil related warnings talks about Flownil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease must refrain from the use of Flownil since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flownil contraindications section.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flownil is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Flownil Benefits & Uses

Flownil is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear Infection
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Amebiasis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear canal infection
Skin Infections
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool

Flownil 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: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (50 mg), Ornidazole (125 mg)/ 5ml, dose for children below 8 years
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (50 mg), Ornidazole (125 mg)/ 5ml

Flownil Related Warnings

Is the use of Flownil safe for pregnant women?

Flownil can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Flownil right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Flownil safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Flownil. If you see any side effects, stop taking Flownil immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Flownil again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flownil on the Kidneys?

Flownil is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Flownil on the Liver?

Flownil 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flownil on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Flownil. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Flownil with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Escitalopram

Warfarin

Quinidine

Moderate

Aspirin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Vecuronium

Flownil Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Flownil

Is this Flownil habit forming or addictive?

Flownil is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Flownil since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Flownil should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Flownil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Flownil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flownil

You can take Flownil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flownil

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Flownil

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Flownil with metformin?

Take Flownil if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Flownil?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Flownil should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Flownil?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Take Flownil as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Flownil with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Flownil can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Flownil?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Flownil is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.