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Orcin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Orcin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Orcin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Orcin safe for pregnant women?
Orcin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Orcin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Orcin safe during breastfeeding?
Orcin can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Orcin on the Kidneys?
Orcin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Orcin on the Liver?
Orcin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Orcin on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Orcin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Orcin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orcin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orcin habit forming or addictive?
Orcin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Orcin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Orcin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Orcin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Orcin
Taking Orcin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orcin
Taking alcohol with Orcin can be dangerous.
Take Orcin if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Orcin can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
No, Orcin is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Yes Orcin is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
It is recommended to avoid taking Orcin with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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