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Norgyl Suspension


Your child’s medicine at a glance

Norgyl Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections. In children, it is used to treat infections of the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract.

Norgyl Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics: Norgyl Suspension1 and Norgyl Suspension2.

Uses of Norgyl Suspension in children

Benefits of Norgyl Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections

Norgyl Suspension is an antibiotic medicine given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial and protozoal infections. These infections may include tooth abscess, gum infection, pneumonia, diarrhea, dysentery, burning sensation while passing urine, and genital tract infection.Norgyl Suspension inhibits the growth of infection-causing organisms by stopping them from multiplying. It is most likely that your child’s infection will start showing improvement within 3 to 5 days of the regular dosing. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment even if your child feels better. Stopping the medicine abruptly by yourself may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.

In Treatment of Diarrhea

Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Norgyl Suspension helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

In Treatment of Dysentery

Dysentery or amoebic dysentery is a parasitic infection of the intestines that occurs mostly due to intake of contaminated food or water. The symptoms include loose stools (diarrhea), stomach cramps and stomach pain. Norgyl Suspension helps to treat this infection by killing the infection causing parasites. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Norgyl Suspension in children

Norgyl 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 Norgyl

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Weight loss
  • Abdominal cramp
  • Diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Dizziness
  • Metallic taste
  • Skin rash

How can I give Norgyl 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. Norgyl Suspension is to be taken with food.

How Norgyl Suspension works

Norgyl Suspension is an antibiotic, having metronidazole and norfloxacin as its active ingredients. Both these medicines damage the DNA of the infection-causing bacteria, thus killing it by stopping its growth. This prevents the infection from spreading without making the bacteria resistant to further treatment.

Safety advice

Kidney
CAUTION
Norgyl Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Norgyl Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Norgyl Suspension is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Norgyl Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Norgyl Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Norgyl Suspension to my child?

Do not panic. You can give the missed dose as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised otherwise. Remember not to double the dose to catch up with the missed one. In case of any confusion, do consult your child’s doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Your child has been prescribed Norgyl Suspension for the treatment of bacterial and parasitic infections.
  • If your child develops diarrhea as a side effect, encourage them to drink plenty of water.
  • Norgyl Suspension may cause an altered taste. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
  • Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid to your child within 2 hours of taking Norgyl Suspension as these can affect the absorption of the medicine.
  • Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
  • Your child must complete the entire course of Norgyl Suspension. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
  • Discontinue Norgyl Suspension and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
  • Never save the medicine for future illnesses since its effectiveness in future infections cannot be guaranteed.

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Patient concerns

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Scar on face due to bacterial infections
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Dermatology
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Diarrhea and dysentery last 15 days I had taken levofoxcin+ornidazol bd for 5 days along refaximin 400 tab bd for 5 day but it is start again
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Diabetology
Get a colonoscopy done for chronic Diarrhea
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FAQs

Q. My child is having a genetic deficiency of the G6PD enzyme. Is it safe to give Norgyl Suspension?

It is advised that you get your child’s G6PD deficiency evaluated before starting the course of treatment. Avoid giving Norgyl Suspension as deficiency of G6PD enzymes can lead to breaking of blood cells resulting in severe anemia.

Q. Can Norgyl Suspension be given along with cough and cold medicines?

No, do not give Norgyl Suspension with cough and cold medicines. Norgyl Suspension can interact with alcohol-containing medicines like cough syrups and cause disulfiram reaction, leading to side effects such as nausea, vomiting, flushing, dizziness, etc.

Q. What if I give excess Norgyl Suspension by mistake?

An extra dose of Norgyl Suspension is unlikely to cause any harm. But, you must still be vigilant because overdose increases the risk of unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heartbeat. Rush to your child’s doctor on an immediate basis if you notice any of these symptoms. If you think you have given too much Norgyl Suspension to your child, immediately speak to a doctor.

Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Norgyl Suspension for the prescribed duration?

Speak to your child’s doctor if your child does not show any improvement even after completing the dose. It could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing bacteria. Your child’s doctor may change Norgyl Suspension and prescribe some other antibiotic which is known to have a stronger impact on the infection-causing bacteria.

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Norgyl Suspension?

Norgyl Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Norgyl Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Norgyl Suspension?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Q. What should I tell the doctor before giving Norgyl Suspension to my child?

Inform the doctor if your child is suffering from heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood vessels, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, or rheumatoid arthritis. This is because there is a possibility that Norgyl Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
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References

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  2. Ofloxacin [FDA Label]. Raritan, NJ: Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2008. [Accessed 19 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:External Link

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