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Owin O is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. Other than this, Owin O has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Owin O depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Owin O include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Owin O side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Owin O go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Owin O is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Owin O related warnings talks about Owin O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Owin O is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Owin O contraindications section.
Besides this, Owin O may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Owin O is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Owin O 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Owin O is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Owin O safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Owin O. It is best to stop taking Owin O immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Owin O safe during breastfeeding?
Owin O 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.
What is the effect of Owin O on the Kidneys?
Owin O is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Owin O on the Liver?
Owin O can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Owin O on the Heart?
Owin O may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Owin O 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 Owin O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Owin O habit forming or addictive?
Owin O does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Owin O does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Owin O is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Owin O in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Owin O
You can take Owin O with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Owin O
Consumption of alcohol and Owin O together may have severe effects on your health.
Take Owin O 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, you can take Owin O for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Owin 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.
Do not take Owin O 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.
Yes, Owin O 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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