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Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml

Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Ran-Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml

Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by bacteria. Urinary tract infection is the most common infection in humans caused by microbes and can occur in any part of the urinary tract such as the bladder, urethra, kidneys, or ureters.

Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml contains Nalidixic acid, an antibiotic that works by inhibiting the action of DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) that is essential for repairing and replicating the genetic material (DNA) of bacteria. Thereby prevents the reproduction and repair of bacteria. Thus, kills bacteria and clears the infection.

Take Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, dizziness, headache, nausea, or stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml. Avoid taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml if you are breastfeeding as it may be excreted in breastmilk and harm the baby. You are recommended to complete the full course of Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. You are advised to maintain a time gap of 2 hours between taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml and mineral supplements, vitamins with minerals or iron, sucralfate, didanosine, or antacids containing magnesium, calcium, and aluminium.

Uses of Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml

Urinary tract infections

Medicinal Benefits

Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml contains Nalidixic acid, which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both gram-positive bacteria and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly active against gram-negative bacteria such as E-coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter species, Proteus mirabilis, Proteus vulgaris, Providencia rettgeri and Morganella morganii. Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml inhibits DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) action that is essential for repairing and replicating the genetic material (DNA) of bacteria. Thereby prevents reproduction and repair of bacteria. Thus, kills bacteria and clears the infection.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it on an empty stomach or at least 1 hour before meals or as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Syrup: Take it by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack. Shake the bottle well before each use.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml

  • Diarrhoea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have fits, porphyria (disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml. Avoid taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml if you are breastfeeding as it may be excreted in breastmilk and harm the baby. You are recommended to drink plenty of water to flush out the bacteria. You are recommended to complete the full course of Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. You are advised to maintain a time gap of 2 hours between taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml and mineral supplements, vitamins with minerals or iron, sucralfate, didanosine, or antacids containing magnesium, calcium, and aluminium.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin), bronchodilator (theophylline), antibiotics (tetracycline, chloramphenicol, nitrofurantoin), high uric acid levels lowering medicine (probenecid), anticancer drug (melphalan), immunosuppressant (cyclosporine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml may interact with caffeine. Therefore, avoid caffeine intake with Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml as it may increase the effects of caffeine.

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have fits, porphyria (disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), liver or kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • NITROFURANTOIN
  • PROBENECID
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • MELPHALAN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcohol, soda, coffee, tea, and artificial sweeteners as they may cause bladder irritation.
  • Drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml to flush out the bacteria.
  • Avoid spicy foods and citrus fruits (lemons, oranges, grapefruits) as they may irritate the bladder.
  • Eat foods antioxidant-rich foods such as blueberries, cranberries, tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, and plain greek yogurt.
  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml to restore some good bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as brown rice and whole-grain bread should be included in your diet.

Special Advise

Blood tests are recommended to monitor blood counts, kidney and liver functioning from time to time if Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml is continued for more than 2 weeks.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Urinary tract infection (UTI): It is the most common infection in humans caused by microbes and can occur in any part of the urinary tract such as the bladder, urethra, kidneys, or ureters. Most urinary tract infections are caused by bacteria, but some may be caused by fungi and rarely by viruses. Generally, urinary tract infections involve the bladder and urethra in the lower tract. It occurs mostly in women than in men. The symptoms of lower tract (bladder, urethra) infection include the increased urge to urinate, bloody urine, pain with urination, or pelvic pain in women. The symptoms of upper tract (kidneys, ureters) infection include vomiting, nausea, fever, or back pain.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
Other Info - GRA0006

FAQs

Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml contains Nalidixic acid, an antibiotic that works by inhibiting the action of DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) that is essential for repairing and replicating the genetic material (DNA) of bacteria. Thereby prevents reproduction and repair of bacteria. Thus, kills bacteria and clears the infection.
Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml may cause diarrhoea as a temporary adverse effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens or notices blood in stools, please consult your doctor.
You are not recommended to take Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml with probenecid as co-administration of these medicines may reduce the effectiveness of Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml and increase its adverse effects. However, please consult your doctor before taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml with other medicines.
Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml is not used to treat viral infections. Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and is used to treat only bacterial infections.
You are not recommended to stop taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml, please consult your doctor.
You are not recommended to take Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml with warfarin as it may increase the risk of bleeding more easily. However, please consult a doctor before using Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml with other medicines to adjust the dose appropriately to use both medicines safely.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml is a category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may be excreted in breastmilk. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml is not recommended for infants below 3 months, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. However, Gramoneg Oral Suspension 30 ml should be used in children below 18 years if prescribed by a doctor only.

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