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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Ornidazole (500 mg)

Orni Information

Orni is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Amebiasis. Orni also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Orni 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

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

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Orni is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Orni related warnings talks about Orni's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Orni can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Orni in conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy. Other contraindications of Orni have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Orni have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Orni is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.


Orni Benefits & Uses

Orni is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Orni 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
Adult
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: Or 500 mg, BID
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Orni Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Orni is used -

Mild

Orni Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Orni safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Orni safe during breastfeeding?


    Orni 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Orni on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Orni on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Orni on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Orni on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Orni on the Heart?


    Using Orni does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Orni with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild


Orni Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Orni

  • Is this Orni habit forming or addictive?


    Orni does not cause addiction.

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


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Orni can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Orni should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, the use of Orni in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Orni Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Orni


    It is safe to take Orni with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Orni


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Orni as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839


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