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Ofloxacin, Metronidazole & Simethicone Oral Suspension is a combination medicine used to treat mixed bacterial and protozoal gastrointestinal infections while providing relief from gas and abdominal discomfort. Ofloxacin and Metronidazole are broad-spectrum antimicrobials that eliminate infection-causing organisms, while Simethicone helps reduce bloating and flatulence.

This oral suspension is commonly prescribed for the management of infectious diarrhea, dysentery, gastroenteritis, and other intestinal infections, especially in pediatric and adult patients who require liquid formulations.

Uses of Ofloxacin, Metronidazole & Simethicone Oral Suspension

Treatment of acute and chronic diarrhea
Management of dysentery and intestinal infections
Relief from abdominal bloating and gas
Treatment of mixed bacterial and protozoal infections
Supportive therapy in gastroenteritis

Benefits of Ofloxacin, Metronidazole & Simethicone Oral Suspension

Effectively treats a wide range of intestinal infections
Provides dual antimicrobial action against bacteria and protozoa
Reduces gas, bloating, and abdominal discomfort
Improves digestive comfort during infection
Liquid formulation ensures easy administration and better compliance

How to Use Ofloxacin, Metronidazole & Simethicone Oral Suspension

Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor
Shake the bottle well before each use
Use a measuring cup or spoon for accurate dosage
Complete the full course even if symptoms improve

How Ofloxacin, Metronidazole & Simethicone Oral Suspension Works

Ofloxacin inhibits bacterial DNA replication, while Metronidazole damages the DNA of anaerobic bacteria and protozoa, leading to their elimination. Simethicone works by breaking gas bubbles in the stomach and intestines, relieving bloating and abdominal pressure.

Side Effects of Ofloxacin, Metronidazole & Simethicone Oral Suspension

Most side effects are mild and temporary.

Common side effects: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, metallic taste, diarrhea
Less common: Headache, dizziness
Rare but serious: Severe allergic reactions, persistent diarrhea

Safety & Precautions

Use only under medical supervision, especially in children
Avoid alcohol during and for at least 48 hours after treatment (due to Metronidazole)
Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or neurological disorders
Do not exceed the prescribed dose
Store in a cool, dry place and keep out of reach of children