Dependal M Syrup 50 ml

Dependal M Syrup 50 ml belongs to a class of medicines known as antibiotics. This is used to treat various infections caused by bacteria, dysentery and diarrhea. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect our bodies. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. Amoebic dysentery can be caused due to entamoeba histolytica, giardia lamblia or clostridium difficile. Diarrhea is the increase in bowel movement leading to increased and loose motions.

Dependal M Syrup 50 ml is a combination of two antibiotics that include furazolidone and metronidazole. Dependal M Syrup 50 ml contains flurazolidone works by interfering with the protein synthesis, a mechanism which is important for survival of bacteria. Metronidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that are responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their DNA. Collectively they help in treating the disease effectively.

Take Dependal M Syrup 50 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Dependal M Syrup 50 ml based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, dryness in the mouth, headache, metallic taste, and dark yellow to brown discoloration of urine. Most of these side effects of Dependal M Syrup 50 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Dependal M Syrup 50 ml should not be taken if you are allergic to Dependal M Syrup 50 ml or any other contents present in it. It is not advisable to stop taking Dependal M Syrup 50 ml suddenly to avoid unpleasant side effects. The full course prescribed by the doctor should be completed. Dependal M Syrup 50 ml should not be taken in the conditions like a history of liver and kidney disease. It is advisable to you do not drive while using Dependal M Syrup 50 ml as Dependal M Syrup 50 ml may cause blurred vision or dizziness that may affect the ability to drive or using machines. Dependal M Syrup 50 ml is safely given to children.

Dependal M Syrup 50 ml is a combination of two medicines namely furazolidone and metronidazole. is used to treat various infections caused by bacteria, dysentery and diarrhea. It is also used to treat intestinal infections, typhoid fever and skin infections. Dependal M Syrup 50 ml is effective to treat many types of bacterial infections. Dependal M Syrup 50 ml contains flurazolidone works by interfering with the protein synthesis, a mechanism which is important for survival of bacteria. Metronidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that are responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their DNA. Collectively they help in treating the disease effectively.

• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Vomiting
• Abdominal distress
• Vertigo
• Dryness in mouth
• Headache
• Metallic taste
• Ototoxicity
• Dark yellow to brown discoloration of urine

If you are allergic to furazolidone, metronidazole or any other antibacterial or anti amoebic agents, please inform your doctor to avoid any unwanted side-effects. Dependal M Syrup 50 ml should not be taken in the conditions like liver disease, kidney disease. Before taking Dependal M Syrup 50 ml inform your doctor if you have fits disorder, numbness or pain of feet or hands. Dependal M Syrup 50 ml may low white blood cell count (leukopenia). Dependal M Syrup 50 ml may cause convulsions (rapid contraction and relaxation of body muscles), if you observe these symptoms immediately contact your doctor. Discontinue the Dependal M Syrup 50 ml if any signs of low blood count observed. Immediately inform your doctor if you experience swelling of the face, tongue, throat, itchy rash or breathing difficulties while taking this Dependal M Syrup 50 ml. Dependal M Syrup 50 ml is safely given to children above one month year of age. It is advisable to you do not drive while using Dependal M Syrup 50 ml as Dependal M Syrup 50 ml may cause blurred vision or dizziness that may affect the ability to drive or use machines. It is not advisable to stop taking Dependal M Syrup 50 ml suddenly to avoid unpleasant side effects. The full course prescribed by the doctor should be completed.

Drug-Drug Interaction: This medicine may have an interaction with antiparkinson’s medicine (selegiline, rasagiline, apomorphine), a medicine used in cough (dextromethorphan), antiallergic (phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine), medicine for the fit disorder (phenobarbital), medicine for enlarged prostate gland (a gland between the bladder and penis) (alfuzosin), medicine for heart disease (amiodarone), antibiotic (clarithromycin), antacid (omeprazole).

Drug-Food Interaction: Dependal M Syrup 50 ml interacts with foods with high tyramine. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may lead to an unpleasant reaction with symptoms like stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, flushing, headache or redness of the face.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Dependal M Syrup 50 ml may interact in patients with liver disease and gastrointestinal disease.

• SELEGILINE
• RASAGILINE
• APOMORPHINE
• DEXTROMETHORPHAN
• PHENYLEPHRINE
• PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
• PHENOBARBITAL
• ALFUZOSIN
• AMIODARONE
• CLARITHROMYCIN
• OMEPRAZOLE

• Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, cola or chocolate. Dependal M Syrup 50 ml may increase nervousness, sleeplessness and anxiety caused by caffeine.
• Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Dependal M Syrup 50 ml in order to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like yogurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria. 
• Include more fiber-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet. Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Dependal M Syrup 50 ml.
• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Dependal M Syrup 50 ml as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Dependal M Syrup 50 ml in fighting off infections.

You should consult a doctor if you have symptoms associated with dehydration like dry mouth, excessive thirst, wrinkled skin, little or no urination, dizziness and lightheadedness.

Bacterial Infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. People with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make them more prone to bacterial infection.

Diarrhea: It is the increase in bowel movement leading to increased and loose motions. 

Dysentery: It is inflammation of the intestine, particularly the colon, caused by the bacteria Shigella.