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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

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Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Country of origin

India
Other Info - OW96398

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FAQs

Owa OZ Suspension contains Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the production of DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby kills the bacteria. Together, Owa OZ Suspension helps in treating bacterial infections.

Owa OZ Suspension may cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight) and can make you sunburn easily. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Always wear protective clothing and sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher before going out.

It is recommended to complete the course of Owa OZ Suspension even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Owa OZ Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

Co-administration of magnesium and aluminium-containing antacids, sucralfate, and iron-containing preparations with Owa OZ Suspension may reduce the absorption. Therefore, you are advised to take Owa OZ Suspension two hours before such preparations.

Do not take Owa OZ Suspension on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Consult your doctor before taking Owa OZ Suspension if you have diabetes, as Owa OZ Suspension may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Owa OZ Suspension to avoid unpleasant events.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Owa OZ Suspension as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe Owa OZ Suspension only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Owa OZ Suspension if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Owa OZ Suspension can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Owa OZ Suspension may cause dizziness and drowsiness. So, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Owa OZ Suspension if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Owa OZ Suspension.

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Children

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Owa OZ Suspension is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

About Owa OZ Suspension

Owa OZ Suspension belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, bacterial infections by inflammation of the peritoneum, eye and ear infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted infections, respiratory infections, vaginal infections, protozoan infections, intra-abdominal infections, and infections during surgical procedures. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea of mixed infections in adults.

Owa OZ Suspension is a combination of two antibiotic drugs, namely: Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby kills the bacteria. Together, Owa OZ Suspension helps in treating bacterial infections.

Take Owa OZ Suspension as prescribed. In some cases, Owa OZ Suspension may cause side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side-effects persist or worsen.

Talk to your doctor if you experience pain in tendons, swelling, and inflammation as Owa OZ Suspension is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis. Consult your doctor before taking Owa OZ Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Owa OZ Suspension may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Owa OZ Suspension as it may cause increased dizziness. Owa OZ Suspension is not recommended for use in children.

Uses of Owa OZ Suspension

Bacterial infections, Diarrhoea

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Medicinal Benefits

Owa OZ Suspension belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat urinary tract infections, bacterial infections by inflammation of the peritoneum, eye and ear infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted infections, respiratory infections, vaginal infections, protozoan infections, intra-abdominal infections, and infections during surgical procedures. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea of mixed infections in adults. Owa OZ Suspension is a combination of two antibiotic drugs, namely: Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby kills the bacteria. Together, Owa OZ Suspension helps in treating bacterial infections. Owa OZ Suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not chew, break or crush the tablet/capsule. Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.

Side Effects of Owa OZ Suspension

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

Drug Warnings

Do not take Owa OZ Suspension if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you had swelling or tearing of tendons while taking quinolone antibiotics; or if you have myasthenia gravis, as it may cause increased muscle weakness. Talk to your doctor before taking Owa OZ Suspension if you have epilepsy, low levels of potassium, nervous or muscle problems, head injury or brain tumour, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Owa OZ Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Owa OZ Suspension may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Owa OZ Suspension as it may cause increased dizziness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • AZITHROMYCIN
  • TRIMETHOPRIM+SULFAMETHOXAZOLE
  • METRONIDAZOLE
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • METFORMIN
  • ALBUTEROL
  • FUROSEMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Owa OZ Suspension may affect coagulation test or prothrombin time (time is taken for blood clotting), liver function tests, and serum tests. Owa OZ Suspension contains ofloxacin which might produce false-positive urine screening results for opiates. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Owa OZ Suspension.
  • Owa OZ Suspension is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain, swelling or inflammation while taking Owa OZ Suspension.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

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