Goflox OZ Oral Suspension
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Product introduction
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that is given to children to effectively treat a wide range of bacterial infections that may occur in the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal infections, urinary and genital tract.
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics: Goflox OZ Oral Suspension1 and Goflox OZ Oral Suspension2.
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics: Goflox OZ Oral Suspension1 and Goflox OZ Oral Suspension2.
Uses of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension
- Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections
Benefits of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension
In Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension is a combination medicine which can be used to treat infections caused by bacteria and parasites. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria and parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even if you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria and parasites are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Goflox OZ
- Weight loss
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Itching
- Vaginal inflammation
- Diarrhea
How to use Goflox OZ Oral Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Goflox OZ Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Goflox OZ Oral Suspension works
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension is an antibiotic consisting of ofloxacin and ornidazole as its active ingredients. Both these ingredients tamper the bacteria’s DNA. Thus, it kills the infection-causing bacteria, stopping the infection and the bacteria from growing further without making them resistant to further treatment.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Goflox OZ Oral Suspension may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Goflox OZ Oral Suspension?
Do not panic. You can give the medicine as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child. In case of any confusion, do consult your doctor and remember not to double the dose to catch up.
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Quick tips
- Diarrhea is a common side effect of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension. Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case it develops.
- Your child may have an altered taste or furry tongue (coating of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension on tongue) after taking Goflox OZ Oral Suspension. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
- Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid within 2 hours of taking Goflox OZ Oral Suspension as these can affect the absorption of the medicine.
- Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
- Quit giving Goflox OZ Oral Suspension and speak to the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
- Only give Goflox OZ Oral Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
- You have been prescribed Goflox OZ Oral Suspension for the treatment of various bacterial and parasitic infections.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. My child is having a common cold. Is it safe to give Goflox OZ Oral Suspension along with cough & cold medicines?
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension can interfere with cough and cold medicines. One of the active ingredients of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension can interact with alcohol-containing medicines like cough syrups and can cause adverse effects. Don’t give your child any medicines along with Goflox OZ Oral Suspension without consulting the doctor.
Q. What if I give excess Goflox OZ Oral Suspension by mistake?
Though an extra dose of Goflox OZ Oral Suspension will not impact your child’s health, never give an overdose of any medicine. If you think you have given too much to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Exceeding the recommended dose may cause unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heart beat. Rush to your child’s doctor on an immediate basis if you notice any of these symptoms.
Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Goflox OZ Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?
Not seeing any improvement could signify that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing bacteria. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe an antibiotic having a farther reach of impact than Goflox OZ Oral Suspension. Since not all medicines are given by oral route, your doctor may suggest giving an intravenous injection to your child in the hospital.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Goflox OZ Oral Suspension?
Goflox OZ Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Goflox OZ Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Goflox OZ Oral Suspension?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Q. What should I tell the doctor before giving Goflox OZ Oral Suspension to my child?
Inform the doctor if your child is suffering or has suffered from a heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood vessels, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, or rheumatoid arthritis. This is because there is a possibility that Goflox OZ Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Ornidazole. Auckland, New Zealand: Teva Pharma (New Zealand) Limited; 2018. [Accessed 19 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:
- Ofloxacin [FDA Label]. Raritan, NJ: Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2008. [Accessed 19 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:
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Name: GO-Ish Remedies Limited
Address: BADDI-NALAGARH ROAD KISHANPURA, DIST:SOLAN (H.P.)-174 101
Country of origin: India
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