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Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet

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Introduction of Wotinex Tablet

Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of infection-causing microorganisms.

Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet1 and Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet2.

Benefits of Wotinex Tablet

In Treatment of Diarrhea

Diarrhea is a condition in which you frequently pass loose, watery stools. Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet helps treat diarrhea by killing the bacteria causing infections as well as prevents them from multiplying. Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet makes the stool less watery as well as reduces the frequency of loose motions. This helps you to stay well and do your daily activities without any problem. Since diarrhea causes loss of fluid from the body, drink plenty of fluids to make sure you stay hydrated.

In Treatment of Dysentery

Dysentery is a bacterial or parasitic infection in which you pass loose and watery stools with blood and mucus. You may have severe stomach cramps, nausea, and vomiting. Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet works by stopping the growth of bacteria and parasites causing infection. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. To prevent the spread of infection, it is advisable to always wash your hands after using the toilet.

Side effects of Wotinex Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Wotinex

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Metallic taste
  • Flatulence

How to use Wotinex Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Wotinex Tablet

  • Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
  • It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome the side effects.
  • Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing, and headache.
  • Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.

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ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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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
For diarrhea which antibiotic is good for kids and for dysentery which antibiotic is good for kids?
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
There are many underlying causes of Patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will give opinion and prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Patient may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis and clinical examination. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.
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FAQs

Wotinex Tablet

Q. What if I miss my dose?

Take Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

Q. Can I stop taking Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Name: Wockhardt Ltd
Address: Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Wotinex 250mg/300mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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