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

Ornoxin Benefits & Uses

Ornoxin 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

Ornoxin 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

Ornoxin Related Warnings

Is the use of Ornoxin safe for pregnant women?

Ornoxin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ornoxin again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ornoxin safe during breastfeeding?

Ornoxin 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 Ornoxin on the Kidneys?

Ornoxin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ornoxin on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Ornoxin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ornoxin only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ornoxin on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Ornoxin with Other Drugs

Ornoxin 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

Ornoxin Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ornoxin

Is this Ornoxin habit forming or addictive?

Ornoxin 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 Ornoxin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Ornoxin 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?

Ornoxin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Ornoxin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ornoxin

Taking Ornoxin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ornoxin

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ornoxin

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Ornoxin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Ornoxin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ornoxin cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Ornoxin causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ornoxin for sinus infection?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Ornoxin is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Ornoxin with milk?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Ornoxin along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ornoxin with metformin?

Take Ornoxin 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.