Orprozil
Composition for Orprozil Products
Orprozil Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Orprozil
Orprozil 500mg Tablet
strip of 4 tablets
MRP₹206.25
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Orprozil 250mg Tablet
strip of 4 tablets
MRP₹108.75
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Substitute brands for Orprozil
About Orprozil Products
Orprozil Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Orprozil are Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Abdominal pain, Genital itching, Vaginal inflammation, Increased liver enzymes, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils).
Severe
Side Effects of Orprozil are Anaphylactic reaction, Colitis, Erythema multiforme, Serum sickness, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Low blood platelets.
How Orprozil Products work
Cefprozil is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
In Depth Information for Orprozil Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Orprozil to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Discontinue Orprozil 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 does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Orprozil as it may cause increased side effects.
- Your doctor has prescribed Orprozil to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Diarrhea may 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.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Orprozil as it may cause increased side effects.
- Discontinue Orprozil and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Patient Concerns about Orprozil Products
Frequently asked questions about Orprozil Products
Q. Does Orprozil 500mg Tablet treat cold or flu?
No, Orprozil 500mg Tablet does not treat cold or flu. Orprozil 500mg Tablet is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various kinds of bacterial infections. However, cold or flu are viral infections and therefore cannot be treated by Orprozil 500mg Tablet.
Q. Is Orprozil 500mg Tablet safe to use?
Orprozil 500mg Tablet is safe to use at the prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q. Is Orprozil 500mg Tablet an antibiotic?
Yes, Orprozil 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic, it belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.
Q. Can I stop taking Orprozil 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Orprozil 500mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But, it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.
Q. How long does Orprozil 500mg Tablet take to work?
Usually, Orprozil 500mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Orprozil 500mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can the use of Orprozil 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Orprozil 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Orprozil 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.