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Orni is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Amebiasis. Orni also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Orni depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Orni side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Orni are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Orni is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Orni related warnings talks about Orni's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Orni can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Orni in conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy. Other contraindications of Orni have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Orni 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 Orni is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Orni is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Orni is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Orni safe for pregnant women?
Orni can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Orni right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Orni safe during breastfeeding?
Orni 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 Orni on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Orni on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Orni on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Orni on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Orni on the Heart?
Using Orni does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Orni should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orni unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orni habit forming or addictive?
Orni does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Orni can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Orni should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Orni in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Orni
It is safe to take Orni with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orni
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Orni as it can have severe side effects.
Orni must be taken for as long as it has been prescribed your doctor. Taking it for a prolonged period might cause an overdose while taking it for a less period of time might not produce the desired result. Therefore, you must follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
No, Orni and metronidazole are two different drugs, however, they belong to the same category - nitroimidazoles and both have the same mechanism of action. In comparison to metronidazole, ornidazole has a longer half-life and fewer side effects.
Orni is available in the form of infusion, gel, and tablet. Infusion is given under medical supervision. The gel is used as per the recommendations of the doctor. The tablet should be taken with food. It should be taken at the same time every day so that the dose is not missed. Orni should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Yes, Orni can be taken with paracetamol. This is because no record of any interactions has been found. Thus, it is safe to take these two medicines together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two drugs together, do not hesitate to consult your doctor immediately.
No, Orni doesn't cause constipation, however, some of the side effects caused by Orni are a headache, anorexia, and dizziness. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, then try to eat fibre rich food, take digestive enzyme and laxatives might be helpful in reducing constipation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience