Apflox M Oral Suspension is given to children for the treatment of bacterial infections of the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract. This medicine is also given as an empirical antibiotic for infected diarrhea mixed with blood and serious infections like peritonitis.

Apflox M Oral Suspension is a combination of three antibiotics: Apflox M Oral Suspension1, Apflox M Oral Suspension2 and Apflox M Oral Suspension3 which treat diarrhoea.

Uses of Apflox M Oral Suspension in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Apflox M Oral Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Apflox M Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections such as tooth abscess, gum infection, pneumonia, diarrhea, dysentery, peritonitis, burning sensation while passing urine, and certain genital tract infections. This medicine inhibits the growth of infection-causing bacteria by stopping it from multiplying. You may start seeing an improvement in the infection within 3 to 5 days of regular dosing. But, you must still finish the full course of the medicine and never stop it abruptly by yourself as that may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.

Side effects of Apflox M Oral Suspension in children

Apflox M Oral Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Apflox M

Vomiting
Nausea
Weight loss
Abdominal pain
Headache
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Dizziness
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Metallic taste
Urine discoloration

How can I give Apflox M Oral Suspension to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Apflox M Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Apflox M Oral Suspension works

Apflox M Oral Suspension is a combination of three active ingredients. While two of its ingredients, namely ofloxacin and metronidazole are antibiotics, simethicone is a gas-absorbing agent that improves gastric tolerability of the combination. The antibiotic ingredients interfere with the genetic material of bacteria by impairing its DNA. This kills the infection-causing bacteria, preventing its growth and stopping the infection. On the other hand, Simethicone binds with the gas bubbles produced as a result of the other two ingredients or as a result of some other problem. By doing so, it aids in the removal of gases and provides relief in stomach pain and bloating.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Apflox M Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Apflox M Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Apflox M Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Apflox M Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Apflox M Oral Suspension to my child?

Do not panic. You can give the medicine as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child. However, you should skip the dose if the next scheduled dose is near. In case of any confusion, do consult your doctor and do not double the dose to catch up.

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Quick tips

Diarrhea is a common side effect of this medicine. If it occurs, make sure your child drinks plenty of water.
Your child may have an altered taste or furry tongue (coating of Apflox M Oral Suspension on tongue) after taking Apflox M Oral Suspension. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid within 2 hours of taking Apflox M Oral Suspension as these can affect the absorption of the medicine.
Never use this medicine for the common cold and flu as they are caused by viruses and Apflox M Oral Suspension treats only bacterial infections.
Discontinue Apflox M Oral Suspension and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
Only give Apflox M Oral Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.

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Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Dermatology

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

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