Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension
bottle of 60.0 ml Oral Suspension.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ofloxacin (50mg) + Metronidazole (100mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Magnifur Life Sciences |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections. Bacifur-MZ 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.
Bacifur-MZ 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
What if I give excess Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension by mistake?
While an extra dose of Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension will not have any side effects, you must always be vigilant. If you think you have given too much Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension to your child, immediately contact a healthcare professional. Overdose increases the risk of unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heartbeat. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of these symptoms.
What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?
If your child does not improve despite completing the prescribed duration of treatment with Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension, it might indicate that the medication is unable to effectively target the causative bacteria. Consult a healthcare professional who may recommend an alternative antibiotic with more specific action against the infection-causing bacteria.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension?
Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension may interact with other medications or substances. Inform your healthcare professional about any other medications your child is taking before starting Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension. It is always advisable to check with a doctor before administering any medication to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension?
Antibiotics are generally not known to interfere with vaccine ingredients or cause adverse reactions in children who have recently been immunized. However, children undergoing antibiotic therapy should be postponed from receiving vaccinations until they fully recover from their illness. Once the child feels better, vaccination can be administered.
What should I tell the doctor before giving Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension to my child?
Inform your healthcare professional if your child has pre-existing conditions such as heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood vessels, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, or rheumatoid arthritis. These conditions may be exacerbated by Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension and could lead to complications.
My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension. Is it normal?
Yes, it is normal. Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension contains an active ingredient called metronidazole which can cause red-brown urine. This side effect is harmless and will subside once the medication is stopped after completion of treatment.
My child is having a common cold. Is it safe to give Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension along with cough & cold medicines?
No, do not give Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension with cough and cold medications as it may interfere with their effectiveness.
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.Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food.It is better to take it at a fixed time
- 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 develops an altered taste
- Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid to your child within 2 hours of taking Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension
- 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
- Discontinue Bacifur-MZ 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
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Metallic taste
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
- Abdominal cramps
- Mild skin rash
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol while taking Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Breastfeed
Bacifur-MZ Oral Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Bacifur-MZ 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.
