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

Ornistop Information

Ornistop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Amebiasis. Other than this, Ornistop has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Ornistop is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Ornistop have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ornistop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Ornistop's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Ornistop related warnings talks about Ornistop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Ornistop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ornistop in conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ornistop contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Ornistop with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Ornistop Benefits & Uses

Ornistop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Amebiasis

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Vaginitis
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Blood in Stool
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Dysentery
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)

Ornistop 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

Ornistop Related Warnings

Is the use of Ornistop safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Ornistop safe during breastfeeding?

Ornistop 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 Ornistop on the Kidneys?

Ornistop rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ornistop on the Liver?

Ornistop is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ornistop on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ornistop with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Ketoconazole

Moderate

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Mild

Cimetidine

Ornistop Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Ornistop

Is this Ornistop habit forming or addictive?

Ornistop does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Ornistop, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ornistop can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ornistop 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 Ornistop in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ornistop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ornistop

It is safe to take Ornistop with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ornistop

Taking Ornistop with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ornistop

Question about 5 years ago

Is Ornistop and metronidazole same?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Ornistop and metronidazole are two different drugs, however, they belong to the same category - nitroimidazoles and both have the same mechanism of action. In comparison to metronidazole, ornidazole has a longer half-life and fewer side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Ornistop a sulfa drug/antibiotic/steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Ornistop is not a sulpha drug or steroid. It is an antibiotic which belongs to the class of medications known as nitroimidazole derivatives. It is effective against anaerobic bacterias and microbes like trichomonas, giardia, and Entamoeba.

Question almost 5 years ago

How long do I need to take Ornistop?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Ornistop must be taken for as long as it has been prescribed your doctor. Taking it for a prolonged period might cause an overdose while taking it for a less period of time might not produce the desired result. Therefore, you must follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Ornistop work?

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

Ornistop is an antibiotic and it kills the bacteria and other microbes by destroying their DNA.

Question about 5 years ago

Is is safe to use Ornistop?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, Ornistop is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, difficulty swallowing or breathing, abdominal pain, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.