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

Give Oxa M Syrup to your child orally, preferably at a fixed time, either before or after food. It should be given to the child exactly as prescribed by the doctor. To maximize the benefits, follow all instructions carefully and get regular checkups to monitor the progress of the treatment. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, your child’s age, and body weight, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor.

Some children may develop minor and temporary side effects after taking this medicine. These include nausea, vomiting, metallic taste, headache, loss of appetite, and abdominal cramps. These side effects usually go away once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case they persist for a long time or start bothering your child, you must consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Your child’s doctor must be aware if your child has ever had any previous episodes of allergy, heart problems, liver impairment, or kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Oxa M Syrup in children

Treatment of Diarrhea
Treatment of Dysentery
Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections

Benefits of Oxa M Syrup for your child

In Treatment of Diarrhea

Diarrhea is characterized by more frequent bowel movements or loose, watery stools. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Oxa M Syrup helps to treat diarrhea caused by bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you 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.

In Treatment of Dysentery

Dysentery, or amoebic dysentery, is a parasitic infection of the intestines that occurs mostly due to the intake of contaminated food or water. The symptoms include loose stools (diarrhea), stomach cramps, and stomach pain. Oxa M Syrup 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.

In Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections

Oxa M Syrup is an antibiotic medicine given to children to treat a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections. These infections may include tooth abscess, gum infection, pneumonia, diarrhea, dysentery, burning sensation while passing urine, and genital tract infection. Oxa M Syrup inhibits the growth of infection-causing organisms by stopping them from multiplying. 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.

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Side effects of Oxa M Syrup in children

Oxa M Syrup 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 Oxa M

Vomiting
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Headache
Dizziness
Metallic taste
Urine discoloration

How can I give Oxa M Syrup 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. Oxa M Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Oxa M Syrup works

Oxa M Syrup is an antibiotic, having ofloxacin and metronidazole as its active ingredients. Both these medicines damage the DNA of the infection-causing bacteria and parasites, thus killing them by stopping their growth. This prevents the infection from spreading without making the bacteria resistant to further treatment.

Safety advice

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Oxa M Syrup in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Oxa M Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Oxa M Syrup 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

If your child develops diarrhea as a side effect, encourage them to drink plenty of water.
Oxa M Syrup 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 Oxa M Syrup, as these can affect the absorption of the medicine.
Your child must complete the entire course of Oxa M Syrup. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Discontinue Oxa M Syrup and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of the face and mouth, or difficulty in breathing.
Never save the medicine for future illnesses since its effectiveness in future infections cannot be guaranteed.

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My baby is having stomach problem. Frequent loose motion

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatmentdiarrhea can be caused by: inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) bacterial infections viral infections parasites malnutrition improper food preparation poor hygieneMake sure your child drinks plenty of fluids. Do not feed them foods that seem to trigger diarrhea. Wash your hands often ? especially after each diaper change ? to avoid spreading bacteria in the home.t?s important to follow the doctor?s advice carefully. Avoid giving your child foods or liquids that trigger diarrhea. Stick with bland foods instead (such as potatoes, toast, or bananas) until the diarrhea has subsided.

For diarrhea which antibiotic is good for kids and for dysentery which antibiotic is good for kids?

Dr. Gopal Bansilal 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.

What if I give excess Oxa M Syrup by mistake?

Although an extra dose of Oxa M Syrup will not have any side effects, you must always be vigilant. If you think you have given too much Oxa M Syrup to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose increases the risk of unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headaches, 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.

What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Oxa M Syrup for the prescribed duration?

Ineffective treatment with Oxa M Syrup could mean 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 some other antibiotic, having a more specific action against the infection-causing bacteria.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Oxa M Syrup?

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

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Oxa M Syrup?

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.

What should I tell the doctor before giving Oxa M Syrup 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 to sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, or rheumatoid arthritis. This is because there is a possibility that Oxa M Syrup may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.

My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Oxa M Syrup. Is it normal?

Yes, it is normal. Oxa M Syrup contains an active ingredient called metronidazole, which can cause red-brown urine. It is a harmless side effect. It will subside once the medicine is stopped after the completion of the treatment.

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