Uses of Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone

The combination of Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone is used to treat gastrointestinal infections, chest infections, diarrhoea & dysentery, amoebiasis, intra-abdominal infections, gastroenteritis, antibiotic associated colitis, giardiasis, anaerobic infections, inflammatory bowel syndrome, bloating and distension.

Therapeutic Category

Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone: Antibiotics and Gastrointestinal agents

How Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone works

Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone acts synergistically against bacteria and protozoa both kind of pathogens. Metronidazole acts against the microorganisms by destroying the DNA of the bacteria. Ofloxacin against the bacteria by preventing them from repairing themselves and inhibits reproduction. Simethicone breaks down gas bubbles to make it easier for gas to travel through the body.

Common side effects of Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone

• Agitation
• Sleep disorder
• Insomnia
• Muscle, joint pain
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Eye irritation
• Vertigo
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting 
• Unpleasant taste in the mouth
• Dry mouth
• Weight loss
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite
• Photosensitivity
• Hallucination
• Sinus tachycardia

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor, if you experience:

• Serious allergic reaction such as rashes, sudden wheezing, swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, face, tongue, and throat causing difficulty in breathing and swallowing and fainting

Health Tips for Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone

• Take Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone exactly as prescribed by doctor. Do not skip doses or stop taking them without consulting your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. However, taking them with food may help reduce the risk of stomach upset
• Drink plenty of water while taking these medications to prevent dehydration and help flush the drugs out of your system
• Do not take Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone if you are allergic to Metronidazole, Ofloxacin, Simethicone or to any other ingredients of this medicine
• Maintain a balanced diet and stay well-nourished while taking these medications to support your overall health and immune system
• Tell your doctor if you are applying for or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, vitamin supplements or herbal products
• Metronidazole+Ofloxacin+Simethicone should be used with caution in pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding women