Odosec 1000mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. kills the harmful bacteria and amoeba (Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia) causing diarrhea. It is also used to treat veginal infections in adult women. Odosec 1000mg Tablet enters the bacterial cell as a prodrug without an antimicrobial activity. Odosec 1000mg Tablet is converted to an active form by bacterial enzymes. Odosec 1000mg Tablet slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria and parasites (amoeba) that cause infections by damaging their DNA. It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections. Odosec 1000mg Tablet does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

FAQs

Can I stop taking Odosec 1000mg Tablet on my own?

No, this is an antibiotic medication. You need to complete the full course even if you start to feel better to prevent infection return.

Can I take Odosec 1000mg Tablet for cough, cold and flu?

No. Odosec 1000mg Tablet is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against bacterial infections and not viral infections like common cold and flu. You should not take Odosec 1000mg Tablet without prior consulting your doctor. Self-medication is dangerous and can lower the efficacy of Odosec 1000mg Tablet, leading to antibiotic resistance.

What should I do if I forget a dose?

If you miss a dose of Odosec 1000mg Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

Why is it harmful to drink alcohol while using Odosec 1000mg Tablet?

Alcohol should be strictly avoided while taking Odosec 1000mg Tablet. Furthermore, you should avoid alcohol even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Drinking alcohol can lead to an unpleasant reaction with symptoms like nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, headache, coloring, or redness of the face.

Is Odosec 1000mg Tablet safe?

Odosec 1000mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration recommended by your doctor. Take it just as instructed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's directions carefully and inform your doctor if any of the side effects disturb you.