Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat urinary tract infections, bacterial infections by inflammation of the peritoneum, eye and ear infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted infections, respiratory infections, vaginal infections, protozoan infections, intra-abdominal infections, and infections during surgical procedures. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea of mixed infections in adults. Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup is a combination of two antibiotic drugs, namely: Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby kills the bacteria. Together, Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup helps in treating bacterial infections. Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

FAQs

How does Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup work?

Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup contains Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the production of DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby kills the bacteria. Together, Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup helps in treating bacterial infections.

Does Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup cause photosensitivity?

Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup may cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight) and can make you sunburn easily. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Always wear protective clothing and sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher before going out.

Can I stop taking Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup on my own?

It is recommended to complete the course of Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

Can I take antacids with Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup?

Co-administration of magnesium and aluminium-containing antacids, sucralfate, and iron-containing preparations with Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup may reduce the absorption. Therefore, you are advised to take Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup two hours before such preparations.

Can I take Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup on my own?

Do not take Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

I am diabetic, can I take Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup?

Consult your doctor before taking Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup if you have diabetes, as Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Shortcut 50mg/5ml/125mg/5ml Syrup to avoid unpleasant events.