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About Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango

Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango is a combination of antibacterial (ofloxacin) and anti-amoebic (metronidazole) used to treat various infections caused by bacteria and dysentery caused due to amoeba. 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.

Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango is a combination of two antibiotics that include Ofloxacin and Metronidazole. Ofloxacin prevents the division of bacterial cells. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Both these actions lead to the killing of the bacteria. Metronidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that are responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their DNA. Both are bactericidal in nature, and collectively they help in treating the disease effectively.

Take Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, upset of stomach, loss of appetite, dry mouth, and metallic taste. Metronidazole can also cause headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and confusion. Most of these side effects of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. If you experience any allergic reaction symptoms such as rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc., please consult your doctor immediately.

It is not advisable to stop taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango suddenly to avoid unpleasant side effects. The full course prescribed by the doctor should be completed. Inform your doctor if you have any lung disease, epilepsy, sleeping disorder, or difficulty sleeping (sleep apnoea), severe liver disease, or problem with alcohol or other prescription recreational drugs. Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango should not be used by the pregnant women (especially during the first trimester), breastfeeding mother and patients with liver diseases, low blood white cells (leukopenia), seizures (fits), gastro intestine diseases (like Crohn's disease, Inflammatory bowel disease etc.) and other neurological related diseases. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery as it can lower your mental alertness and cause dizziness.

Uses of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango

Bacterial infection, Diarrhea, Dysentry, Intestinal infection

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food (excluding dairy products) as advised by the doctor. Swallow it with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take it with or without food in doses as prescribed by the doctor with the help of a measuring cup.

Medicinal Benefits

Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango is a combination of two antibiotics that include Ofloxacin and Metronidazole. Ofloxacin prevents the division of bacterial cells. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Both these actions lead to the killing of the bacteria. Metronidazole kills parasites and bacteria that are responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their DNA. Both are bactericidal in nature.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to ofloxacin, metronidazole, or any other antibacterial or anti-amoebic agents, please inform your doctor to avoid any unwanted side effects like swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat, or tongue. Taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango may increase the chances of developing tendinitis (swelling of a tissue that joins a bone to a muscle) or a tendon rupture. Dairy products should be avoided along with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango. And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. Patients with an irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation) should tell their doctor before taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango. Some medicines like pain killers (ibuprofen or diclofenac,) anti-asthma (theophylline), anti-diabetic (glibenclamide), anti-gout (probenecid), anti-cancer (5-fluorouracil), antidepressant (lithium), antiepileptic (phenobarbital, phenytoin), blood thinner (warfarin) should not be taken with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango to avoid worsening of the condition. Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango should not be given to the pregnant mother (during the first trimester) and in nursing mothers as it passes into the breast milk. Please inform you, doctor, before taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango if you have a history of problems with your liver, blood, low white blood cell count (leukopenia), nervous system (convulsions). Do not drink alcohol with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango as it may cause flushing and drowsiness which can alter your mental alertness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetronidazoleEthanol
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MetronidazoleDisulfiram
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MetronidazoleEthanol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
Drinking alcohol while taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Ethanol is avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience flushing, throbbing in head and neck, throbbing headache, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, sweating, thirst, chest pain, rapid heartbeat, palpitation, low blood pressure, dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, and confusion, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetronidazoleDisulfiram
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
Coadministration of Disulfiram with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango and Disulfiram together is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, confusion, weakness, shortness of breath, or palpitations, contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetronidazoleAmprenavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
Co-administration of Amprenavir with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Amprenavir is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience throbbing in the head and neck, throbbing headache, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, sweating, thirst, chest pain, rapid heartbeat, palpitation, low blood pressure, dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, and confusion, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinBepridil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
Using bepridil together with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango drugs can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Bepridil can cause an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinAmiodarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
The combination of Amiodarone and Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango may significantly increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Amiodarone and Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
Coadministration of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Thioridazine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Thioridazine together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinQuinidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
Coadministration of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Quinidine can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Quinidine together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinSotalol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
Coadministration of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Sotalol can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Sotalol together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
Coadministration of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Ziprasidone can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango with Ziprasidone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OfloxacinMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango:
Using Mesoridazine together with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mesoridazine with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, cola, or chocolate. Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango may increase nervousness, sleeplessness, and anxiety caused by caffeine.
  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango 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 Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango in fighting off infections.

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FAQs

It is not advised to take alcohol with Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango. Taking alcohol while taking Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango can cause serious side effects such as headaches, feeling or being sick, pain in the stomach, hot flushes, a fast or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, drowsiness, etc.

Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango makes your skin sensitive to sunlight, known as photosensitivity. So, prolonged exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light should be avoided. In case of emergency, you should always wear sunscreen before going out.

If you miss a dose of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

No. Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against bacterial infections and not against viral infections . You should not take Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango without prior consulting your doctor. Self-medication is dangerous and can lower the efficacy of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango, leading to antibiotic resistance.

Yes, intake of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango may cause dry mouth and you might be feeling thirsty frequently. Try to drink plenty of fluids (water with electrolytes) and probiotics. You may also have a dry lip for which you can use lip balm.

Avoid intake of Metflox-M Oral Suspension Delicious Mango if you have a history of problems with your liver, blood or nervous system (convulsions or fits), low white blood cell count (leukopenia).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IBUPROFEN
  • DICLOFENAC
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • GLIBENCLAMIDE
  • PROBENECID
  • LITHIUM
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • WARFARIN

Special Advise

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.

Disease/Condition Glossary

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.

Diarrhoea: 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.

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