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Orcin 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.
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Is the use of Orcin safe for pregnant women?
Orcin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Orcin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Orcin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Orcin. Immediately discontinue Orcin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Orcin on the Kidneys?
Using Orcin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Orcin on the Liver?
Orcin 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 Orcin on the Heart?
Orcin can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Orcin 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 Orcin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orcin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Orcin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Orcin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Orcin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Orcin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Orcin
Taking Orcin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orcin
Consuming Orcin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Take Orcin 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.
Yes, Orcin can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
No, Orcin is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Yes Orcin 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Orcin with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
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