Gastrogyl O Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gastrogyl O Information

Gastrogyl O is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Suspension. Other than this, Gastrogyl O has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gastrogyl O. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Gastrogyl O include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Gastrogyl O have been listed ahead. These side effects of Gastrogyl O 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, Gastrogyl O's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gastrogyl O related warnings talks about Gastrogyl O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease must refrain from the use of Gastrogyl O since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Gastrogyl O have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Gastrogyl O may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gastrogyl O is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Gastrogyl O Benefits & Uses

Gastrogyl O 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

Gastrogyl O 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (100 mg), Ornidazole (250 mg)/Tablet, dose for children 8 - 12 years old
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet

Gastrogyl O Related Warnings

Is the use of Gastrogyl O safe for pregnant women?

Gastrogyl O can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gastrogyl O, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Gastrogyl O safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gastrogyl O. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gastrogyl O on the Kidneys?

Gastrogyl O does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Gastrogyl O on the Liver?

Gastrogyl O 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 Gastrogyl O on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Gastrogyl O. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Gastrogyl O with Other Drugs

Gastrogyl O 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

Gastrogyl O Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gastrogyl O

Is this Gastrogyl O habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Gastrogyl O.

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

Gastrogyl O will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Gastrogyl O is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Gastrogyl O is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Gastrogyl O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gastrogyl O

Taking Gastrogyl O with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gastrogyl O

Consuming Gastrogyl O with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Gastrogyl O

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Gastrogyl O used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Gastrogyl O 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Gastrogyl O works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Gastrogyl O 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Gastrogyl O without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Gastrogyl O is a prescription drug, hence do not take Gastrogyl O without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Gastrogyl O?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Gastrogyl O 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.