Ordixic Syrup

Nalidixic Acid (300mg/5ml)

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Ordixic Syrup is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Nalidixic Acid (300mg/5ml)

Marketer

Ornate Labs Pvt Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Ordixic Syrup should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

You may experience nausea as a side effect of this medicine. This is usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue or face, shortness of breath or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

Uses of Ordixic Syrup

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Ordixic Syrup

Bacterial infections
Ordixic Syrup is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of Ordixic Syrup

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 Ordixic

Nausea
Diarrhea

How to use Ordixic Syrup

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. Ordixic Syrup is to be taken on an empty stomach.

How Ordixic Syrup works

Ordixic Syrup is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Ordixic Syrup to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Ordixic Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Your doctor has prescribed Ordixic Syrup to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Ordixic Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Ordixic Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Ordixic Syrup during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

SAFE

Ordixic Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ordixic Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised if this medicine is to be taken for a long time.

Liver

CAUTION

Ordixic Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised if this medicine is to be taken for a long time.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Ordixic with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Nalidixic Acid. Please consult your doctor. Nalidixic Acid may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Severe

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Nalidixic Acid may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Nalidixic Acid may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Moderate

Aceclofenac (Oral Route)

Do not consume Nalidixic Acid with Aceclofenac. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for convulsions and seizures and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Aceclofenac (Injection Route)

Moderate

Aceclofenac (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of Ordixic Syrup cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Ordixic Syrup can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can I stop taking Ordixic Syrup when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Ordixic Syrup and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Naphthyridine carboxylic acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 951-52.
ScienceDirect. Nalidixic Acid. [Accessed 01 Apr.] (online) Available from:
Nalidixic Acid. Bridgewater, NJ: sanofi-aventis U.S; Aug. 2012. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Address: Ornate Labs Private Limited, Bela Industrial Estate, Muzaffarpur-842005, Bihar, India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Ordixic Syrup

Benefits of Ordixic Syrup

Side effects of Ordixic Syrup

How to use Ordixic Syrup

How Ordixic Syrup works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Aceclofenac (Oral Route)

Aceclofenac (Injection Route)

Aceclofenac (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of Ordixic Syrup cause diarrhea?

Can I stop taking Ordixic Syrup when I feel better?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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