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Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet


Introduction of Liwo ON Tablet

Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to treat the infection. It also relieves the painful symptoms of the infection.

Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet1 and Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet2.

Uses of Liwo ON Tablet

Benefits of Liwo ON Tablet

In Diarrhea

Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

In Dysentery

Dysentery or amoebic dysentery is a parasitic infection of the intestines that occurs mostly due to intake of contaminated food or water. The symptoms include loose stools (diarrhea), stomach cramps and stomach pain. Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet helps to treat this infection by killing the infection causing parasites. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Liwo ON Tablet

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 Liwo ON

  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dizziness
  • Headache

How to use Liwo ON Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Liwo ON Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Liwo ON Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed this combination medicine for the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.
  • Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you. 
  • Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
  • Do not use Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.
  • Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

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Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Diarrhea and dysentery last 15 days I had taken levofoxcin+ornidazol bd for 5 days along refaximin 400 tab bd for 5 day but it is start again
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Diabetology
Get a colonoscopy done for chronic Diarrhea
For diarrhea which antibiotic is good for kids and for dysentery which antibiotic is good for kids?
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
There are many underlying causes of Patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will give opinion and prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Patient may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis and clinical examination. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.
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FAQs

Liwo ON Tablet

Q. What if I don't get better after using Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. What if I miss my dose?

Take Liwo ON 250mg/500mg Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.
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Country of origin: India

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