Oflimet Syrup

Before giving Oflimet Syrup to your child, it's essential to inform their doctor about any pre-existing medical conditions, such as heart disease, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photodermatitis (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, or genetic disorders involving blood vessels. This is because Oflimet Syrup may exacerbate these conditions and lead to complications.

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 Oflimet Syrup may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.

Can Oflimet Syrup be given along with cough and cold medicines?

No, do not give Oflimet Syrup with cough and cold medicines. One of the ingredients present in Oflimet Syrup can interact with alcohol-containing medicines like cough syrups and cause a disulfiram reaction, leading to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, flushing, dizziness, etc.

What if I give an overdose of Oflimet Syrup by mistake?

An extra dose of Oflimet Syrup 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.

What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Oflimet Syrup for the prescribed duration?

It could mean that Oflimet Syrup 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.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Oflimet Syrup?

Oflimet Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Oflimet Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

How should Oflimet Syrup be stored?

Store Oflimet Syrup 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.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Oflimet Syrup?

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.

My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Oflimet Syrup? Is it normal?

Oflimet Syrup contains metronidazole, which causes red-brown urine. It is not a sign of any disease but rather a side effect that subsides once the medicine is stopped after completion of treatment.