Orflo Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Orflo Suspension Information

Orflo Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. The alternative uses of Orflo Suspension have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Orflo Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Orflo Suspension include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Orflo Suspension as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Orflo Suspension are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Orflo Suspension is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Orflo Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Orflo Suspension can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Orflo Suspension in conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Orflo Suspension contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Orflo Suspension have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Orflo Suspension is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Orflo Benefits & Uses
Orflo Dosage & How to Take
Orflo Side Effects
Orflo Related Warnings
Orflo Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Orflo
Orflo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Orflo Suspension Benefits & Uses

Orflo Suspension is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear Infection
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Amebiasis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear canal infection
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool (Read More - How to Treat Blood in Stool at Home Safely)

Orflo Suspension Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (50 mg), Ornidazole (125 mg)/ 5ml, dose for children below 8 years
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (50 mg), Ornidazole (125 mg)/ 5ml

Orflo Suspension Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Orflo Suspension is used -

Severe

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Pain with urination

Common

पेट दर्द
Nausea or vomiting
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Orflo Suspension Related Warnings

Is the use of Orflo Suspension safe for pregnant women?

Orflo may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Orflo, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Orflo Suspension safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Orflo. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Orflo Suspension on the Kidneys?

Orflo does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Orflo Suspension on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Orflo. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Orflo Suspension on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Orflo. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Orflo Suspension Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orflo Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Orflo Suspension

Is this Orflo Suspension habit forming or addictive?

Orflo Suspension does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Orflo Suspension does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Orflo Suspension is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Orflo Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Orflo Suspension Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Orflo Suspension

Taking Orflo Suspension with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Orflo Suspension

Consumption of alcohol and Orflo Suspension together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Orflo Suspension

Question about 6 years ago

How to use Orflo?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Orflo should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Orflo?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Take Orflo as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Orflo without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Orflo is a prescription drug, hence do not take Orflo without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Orflo with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Orflo can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Orflo?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Orflo is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.