Ornidazole 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria and parasites. It is used to treat infections of the liver, stomach, intestines, vagina, brain, heart, lungs, and skin.

Ornidazole 500mg Tablet helps prevent an infection after surgery. It is also used in the treatment of dental infections, leg ulcers, and pressure sores. This medicine is best taken after eating some food. It should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The amount you are advised will depend on what you are being treated for and how bad it is, but you should take this antibiotic exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better after a short time but do not stop taking it until you have finished a full course of treatment, even if you feel well. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. Do not drink any alcohol while taking this medicine and for a few days after stopping it. Otherwise, you may get unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.

The most common side effects of this medicine are headache, dryness in the mouth, nausea, and a slight metallic taste in the mouth. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. You can try using sugarless candies or lozenges to overcome any dryness or metallic taste in the mouth.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have any kidney or liver problems or any disease of the nervous system. Your doctor may change the dose or prescribe a different medicine. This medicine should not be taken if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless it is absolutely necessary and prescribed by your doctor. It may cause unusual results with certain medical tests. Therefore, tell any doctor who treats you that you are using this medicine.

Uses of Ornidazole Tablet

Bacterial & parasitic infections

Benefits of Ornidazole Tablet

In Bacterial & parasitic infections

Ornidazole 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat many bacterial and parasitic infections. It works by killing and stopping the growth of infection-causing organisms. This way it provides relief from the symptoms and speed up the healing process. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue using 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.

How to use Ornidazole 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. Ornidazole 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Ornidazole Tablet works

Ornidazole 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ornidazole 500mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ornidazole 500mg 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 Ornidazole 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ornidazole 500mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ornidazole 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ornidazole 500mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Ornidazole 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ornidazole 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Ornidazole Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Ornidazole 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

It may also be used to prevent infections following surgery.
Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
Ornidazole 500mg Tablet used in a high dose or for a prolonged time increases the risk of side effects such as nerve damage. Take it only as prescribed by your doctor.
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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Nitroimidazole

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Antiprotozoal & Antibacterial- Nitroimidazoles

Patient concerns

PATIENT is suffering from.diabetes.last week it was 159 in fasting. Though it was within normal range prior to this. She face sudden increase in blood sugar even with a little amount of rice that too without starch.she face some sort of shivering in her body and frequent urination in the night.she is taking G2 medicine as recommended.and all sort of yoga, walk and avoid oil n spices. But this shivering and frequent urination is quite troublesome for her, as there is no improvement in it.plz.suggest

Dr. Kamal Rijhwani

Physician

Start oflox ornidazole antibiotic

Swelling in gums and bloods comes out during brush

Dr. Rohan Bhatt

Dental Surgery

Go for teeth cleaning and scaling onceAfter scaling use mouthwash dailyStolin gum paint apply to gumOrnidazole gel apply 2time

I am a student of M.Pharm. with Pharmaceutics specialisation, I want to know that if any Injection available of Ornidazole drug in market and if not so why plz Give me the reason, Bcause I searched in market but I have not find any Injection only infusions are available,

Dr. Satyam S. Bhavsar

Physician

Hello , Welcome to 1mg consulting, Myself Dr.Satyam Bhavsar,MBBS. Happy to help you :)There are only infusions available for anti protozoa, like metronidazole or ornidazole.

Few days ago my chest is paining My cholesterol is normal ECG normal, BP normal. I think I have bacterial infection in my chest. Sir can you suggest me any tablet. My cardiolost Dr. Gave me tablet ofloxacin and ornidazole, rebeprazole sodium tablet IP 20mg, cefixime dispersible tablet, fluconazole dispersible tablet 50 mg. But my chest pain only 50 % reduce. Sir Plz suggest any medicine

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Cardiology

Get ecg n echo done

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FAQs

What is Ornidazole 500mg Tablet used for?

Ornidazole 500mg Tablet treats various infections, including intestinal parasitic infections, amoebic dysentery, giardiasis, bacterial infections in the abdomen, and the prevention of infections during surgery. It is particularly effective against parasites and certain bacteria.

How should I take Ornidazole 500mg Tablet for the best results?

You should take Ornidazole 500mg Tablet after meals as directed by your doctor. The dosage may vary based on your condition. Do not skip the doses, and complete the full course even if you feel better.

What should I avoid while taking Ornidazole 500mg Tablet?

Important things to avoid include alcohol (during treatment and for 3 days after), driving if you feel dizzy, skipping doses, stopping treatment early, and certain foods that may interact with the medicine (ask your doctor for guidance).

How do I know if Ornidazole 500mg Tablet is working?

Signs of improvement are a reduction in symptoms, improved digestion, less stomach pain, better appetite, and a return to normal bowel movements.

Can I take other medications with Ornidazole 500mg Tablet?

Tell your doctor about all medicines you take, as some blood thinners may interact. Inform your doctor about any supplements you are taking. Discuss timing with other medications, as some combinations may need dose adjustments.

Who should avoid taking Ornidazole 500mg Tablet?

Individuals should not take Ornidazole 500mg Tablet if they have a known allergy to ornidazole, other antibiotics of the same class (nitroimidazoles), or other ingredients present in Ornidazole 500mg Tablet. Also, inform your doctor if you have liver disease, brain disorders, or a history of blood disorders.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Ornidazole 500mg Tablet?

Although Ornidazole 500mg Tablet does not typically cause a disulfiram-like reaction, it is recommended to avoid alcohol during the treatment period to reduce the risk of side effects.

Are there any serious side effects linked to Ornidazole 500mg Tablet?

In rare cases, Ornidazole 500mg Tablet may cause serious side effects such as leucopenia (low white blood cells) or neurological issues like vertigo, seizures, or nerve pain. These require immediate medical attention.

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References

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