2D M Oral Suspension

Quick info

2D M Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections. In children, it is used to treat infections of the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract. Give 2D M Oral Suspension to your child orally, preferably at a fixed time, either before or after food. In case your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. The usually prescribed frequency is twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of intake, repeat the same dose but never double up the dose if it is time for the next dose. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, your child's age, and body weight, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor.

How it works

2D M Oral Suspension is an antibiotic having ofloxacin and metronidazole as its active ingredients. Both these medicines damage the DNA of the infection-causing bacteria, thus killing it by stopping its growth. This prevents the infection from spreading without making the bacteria resistant to further treatment.

Direction of use

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. 2D M Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Tips

• If your child develops diarrhea as a side effect, encourage them to drink plenty of water.
• Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help if your child experiences an altered taste.
• Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid to your child within 2 hours of taking 2D M 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.
• Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
• Discontinue 2D M 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.
• Never save the medicine for future illnesses since its effectiveness in future infections cannot be guaranteed.

Side Effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Metallic taste
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal cramps
• Mild skin rash