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Can Oflomac M Syrup Be Given To A Child For Treatment Of Diarrhea?
Question: Wheather oflomac m syrup may be given to 2 years baby for arresting loose motion
Brief Answer:
OFLOMAC M can cause side effects in children, please consult pediatrician
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX
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I have read through your query in details.
OFLOMAC-M syrup contains ofloxacin with metronidazole and both are antibiotics. This combination works in treating loose motions in adults.
Children less than 18 years of age have a higher chance of getting side effects which includes bone, joint, or tendon (musculoskeletal) problems such as pain or swelling while taking Ofloxacin and therefore giving this medication is discouraged. However if your pediatrician has prescribed the medication then they might have assessed the benefits outweighing the risks involved in giving this medication to your baby.
Please consult a pediatrician before giving this medication to your baby to avoid adverse effects. For a baby aged 2 years having loose motions, it is important to consult a pediatrician immediately to prevent dehydration and complications.
Hope this answers your question. Please feel free to correct any oversight in my interpretation of your problems and discuss them in detail as per your requirements.
Hope your query is answered.
Do write back if you have any doubts.
Regards,
Dr.Vivek
OFLOMAC M can cause side effects in children, please consult pediatrician
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX
Thanks for writing in to us.
I have read through your query in details.
OFLOMAC-M syrup contains ofloxacin with metronidazole and both are antibiotics. This combination works in treating loose motions in adults.
Children less than 18 years of age have a higher chance of getting side effects which includes bone, joint, or tendon (musculoskeletal) problems such as pain or swelling while taking Ofloxacin and therefore giving this medication is discouraged. However if your pediatrician has prescribed the medication then they might have assessed the benefits outweighing the risks involved in giving this medication to your baby.
Please consult a pediatrician before giving this medication to your baby to avoid adverse effects. For a baby aged 2 years having loose motions, it is important to consult a pediatrician immediately to prevent dehydration and complications.
Hope this answers your question. Please feel free to correct any oversight in my interpretation of your problems and discuss them in detail as per your requirements.
Hope your query is answered.
Do write back if you have any doubts.
Regards,
Dr.Vivek
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