Alviof OZ Oral Suspension

Give Alviof OZ Oral Suspension to your child orally, preferably at a fixed time, either before or after meals. In case your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with meals. This medicine is usually given two times a day, in the morning and evening. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of intake, repeat the same dose but do not double the dose if it is time for the next dose. You must stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor as they depend upon the type and severity of the infection, your child’s age, and body weight.

In some cases, minor and temporary side effects may develop after the intake of Alviof OZ Oral Suspension. These include nausea, vomiting, metallic taste, headache, loss of appetite, abdominal cramps, and mild skin rash. These side effects almost always resolve on their own as your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case they persist or start bothering your child, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Tell the doctor if your child has had any previous episode of allergy, heart-problem, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. Knowledge of your child’s entire medical history is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections

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Alviof OZ Oral Suspension is an antibiotic consisting of ofloxacin and ornidazole as its active ingredients. Both these ingredients tamper the bacteria’s DNA. Thus, it kills the infection-causing bacteria, stopping the infection and the bacteria from growing further without making them resistant to further treatment.

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. In case of any confusion, do consult your doctor and remember not to double the dose to catch up.

Diarrhea is a common side effect of Alviof OZ Oral Suspension. Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case it develops.

Your child may have an altered taste or furry tongue (coating of Alviof OZ Oral Suspension on tongue) after taking Alviof OZ 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 Alviof OZ Oral 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.

Quit giving Alviof OZ Oral Suspension and speak to the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.

Only give Alviof OZ Oral Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.

You have been prescribed Alviof OZ Oral Suspension for the treatment of various bacterial and parasitic infections.

Q. My child is having a common cold. Is it safe to give Alviof OZ Oral Suspension along with cough & cold medicines?

Alviof OZ Oral Suspension can interfere with cough and cold medicines. One of the active ingredients of Alviof OZ Oral Suspension can interact with alcohol-containing medicines like cough syrups and can cause adverse effects. Don’t give your child any medicines along with Alviof OZ Oral Suspension without consulting the doctor.

Q. What if I give excess Alviof OZ Oral Suspension by mistake?

Though an extra dose of Alviof OZ Oral Suspension will not impact your child’s health, never give an overdose of any medicine. If you think you have given too much to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Exceeding the recommended dose may cause unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heart beat. Rush to your child’s doctor on an immediate basis if you notice any of these symptoms.

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

Not seeing any improvement could signify that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing bacteria. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe an antibiotic having a farther reach of impact than Alviof OZ Oral Suspension. Since not all medicines are given by oral route, your doctor may suggest giving an intravenous injection to your child in the hospital.

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Alviof OZ Oral Suspension?

Alviof OZ Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Alviof OZ Oral 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 Alviof OZ Oral 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 Alviof OZ Oral Suspension to my child?

Inform the doctor if your child is suffering or has suffered from a 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 Alviof OZ Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.

In Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections

Alviof OZ Oral Suspension is a combination medicine which can be used to treat infections caused by bacteria and parasites. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria and parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even if you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria and parasites are killed and do not become resistant.

Alviof OZ 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-

Headache

Dizziness

Loss of appetite

Vomiting

Nausea

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Diarrhea

Abdominal pain

Weight loss

Kidney:CAUTION

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

Liver:CAUTION

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

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