Metacon-O Oral Suspension
Prescription Required
Your child’s medicine at a glance
Metacon-O Oral Suspension is given to children for the treatment of bacterial infections of the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract. This medicine is also given as an empirical antibiotic for infected diarrhea mixed with blood and serious infections like peritonitis.
Metacon-O Oral Suspension is a combination of three antibiotics: Metacon-O Oral Suspension1, Metacon-O Oral Suspension2 and Metacon-O Oral Suspension3 which treat diarrhoea.
Metacon-O Oral Suspension is a combination of three antibiotics: Metacon-O Oral Suspension1, Metacon-O Oral Suspension2 and Metacon-O Oral Suspension3 which treat diarrhoea.
Uses of Metacon-O Oral Suspension in children
Benefits of Metacon-O Oral Suspension for your child
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Metacon-O Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections such as tooth abscess, gum infection, pneumonia, diarrhea, dysentery, peritonitis, burning sensation while passing urine, and certain genital tract infections. This medicine inhibits the growth of infection-causing bacteria by stopping it from multiplying. You may start seeing an improvement in the infection within 3 to 5 days of regular dosing. But, you must still finish the full course of the medicine and never stop it abruptly by yourself as that may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.
Side effects of Metacon-O Oral Suspension in children
Metacon-O Oral Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Metacon-O
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Weight loss
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Dizziness
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Metallic taste
- Urine discoloration
How can I give Metacon-O Oral Suspension to my child?
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. Metacon-O Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Metacon-O Oral Suspension works
Metacon-O Oral Suspension is a combination of three active ingredients. While two of its ingredients, namely ofloxacin and metronidazole are antibiotics, simethicone is a gas-absorbing agent that improves gastric tolerability of the combination. The antibiotic ingredients interfere with the genetic material of bacteria by impairing its DNA. This kills the infection-causing bacteria, preventing its growth and stopping the infection. On the other hand, Simethicone binds with the gas bubbles produced as a result of the other two ingredients or as a result of some other problem. By doing so, it aids in the removal of gases and provides relief in stomach pain and bloating.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Metacon-O Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Metacon-O Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Metacon-O Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metacon-O Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if I forget to give Metacon-O Oral Suspension to my child?
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. However, you should skip the dose if the next scheduled dose is near. In case of any confusion, do consult your doctor and do not double the dose to catch up.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Metacon-O Oral Suspension
₹70.0/Oral Suspension
Oftrail MS Oral Suspension
Incuity Pharma Pvt. Ltd.
₹67/oral suspension
4% cheaper
Ovic-M Oral Suspension
Vishwak Pharmaceuticals
₹65/oral suspension
7% cheaper
₹67/oral suspension
4% cheaper
Poflox MS Oral Suspension
Aspo Healthcare
₹60/oral suspension
14% cheaper
₹68/oral suspension
3% cheaper
Quick tips
- Diarrhea is a common side effect of this medicine. If it occurs, make sure your child drinks plenty of water.
- Your child may have an altered taste or furry tongue (coating of Metacon-O Oral Suspension on tongue) after taking Metacon-O 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 Metacon-O Oral Suspension as these can affect the absorption of the medicine.
- Never use this medicine for the common cold and flu as they are caused by viruses and Metacon-O Oral Suspension treats only bacterial infections.
- Discontinue Metacon-O Oral Suspension and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
- Only give Metacon-O Oral Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What should I tell the doctor before giving Metacon-O Oral Suspension to my child?
You must tell the doctor if your child is suffering from heart disease, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, or genetic disorders involving blood vessels. This is because there is a possibility that Metacon-O Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
Q. Can Metacon-O Oral Suspension be given along with cough and cold medicines?
No, do not give Metacon-O Oral Suspension with cough and cold medicines. The reason being, one of the ingredients present in Metacon-O Oral Suspension can interact with alcohol-containing medicines like cough syrups and can lead to disulfiram reaction, causing nausea, vomiting, flushing, dizziness, etc.
Q. What if I give an overdose of Metacon-O Oral Suspension by mistake?
An extra dose of Metacon-O Oral Suspension is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heartbeat. Rush to your child’s doctor if you notice any of these symptoms.
Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Metacon-O Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?
It could mean that Metacon-O Oral Suspension is unable to kill the infection-causing bacteria. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic that has a higher efficacy against the disease-causing bacteria. Remember, that sometimes, such antibiotics may have to be given by IV route (intravenous injection) in the hospital.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Metacon-O Oral Suspension?
Metacon-O Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Metacon-O Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. How should Metacon-O Oral Suspension be stored?
Store Metacon-O Oral Suspension at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Children may accidentally consume medicines if they find them while playing around. So, make sure that all the medicines are kept away from their reach and sight.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Metacon-O 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. My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Metacon-O Oral Suspension? Is it normal?
Metacon-O Oral Suspension contains active ingredient metronidazole, which causes red-brown urine. It is not pathogenic but a side effect. It subsides once the medicine is stopped after the completion of the treatment.
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
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
- Metronidazole [FDA Label]. Chicago, IL: G.D. Searle LLC; 2003. [Accessed 19 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:
- University of Michigan: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Metronidazole. [Accessed 20 Jan. 2020] (online) Available from:
- University of Michigan: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Ofloxacin. [Accessed 20 Jan. 2020] (online) Available from
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Ofloxacin (Systemic): Pediatric Medication. [Accessed 20 Jan. 2020] (online) Available from:
- University of Michigan: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Simethicone. [Accessed 20 Jan. 2020] (online) Available from:
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Simethicone. [Accessed 20 Jan. 2020] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Aronation Lifecare Pvt Ltd
Address: M1 Plaza Block A1 107 EPIP - Phase 1, Jharmajri, Opposite Loreal India Ltd, Baddi 174101, Himachal Pradesh, India
Country of origin: India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
MRP
₹70
Inclusive of all taxes
60.0 ml in 1 bottle
SOLD OUT
Notify me