Ornidazole Medication Information
Get detailed information on Ornidazole, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Ornidazole provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Ornidazole ICD Code : Y41.3 Therapeutic Classification : AmebicidesTrade Names/Brand Names of Ornidazole
India :
Zenflox-OZ (200mg/500mg/100mL) |
Gatimore -OZ (30 ml) |
Ridol OZ |
Lamizol-O |
Wisoflox - OZ |
Oflonom-OZ Syrup (50mg/125mg) |
Flucide Kit |
Ornicef FC |
Lotromycin |
Oxcure -O
International :
Avrazor, Biteral, Borneral, Dazolic, Invigan, Mebaxol, Oniz, Orni, Ornid, Ornidazol Biocrom, Ornidazol Gemepe, Ornidazol Richet, Ornidazole Serb, Ornidazol-Vero, Ornidone, Ornil, Ornisid, Ornitop, Robic, Tiberal, Tibéral, Xynor
Why is Ornidazole Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antiamoebic agent, prescribed for amoebic dysentery.When should Ornidazole not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Ornidazole?
PO: Adult- The recommended dose range is 0.5gm to 1.5gm daily for 1 to 7 days.How should Ornidazole be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth as directed by your physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Ornidazole?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, liver or kidney disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Ornidazole?
Central Nervous System- Drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tremor, rigidity, poor coordination, epilepsy, tiredness, temporary loss of consciousness and fainting.Miscellaneous- Nausea, vomiting, taste disturbances, liver impairment, skin reactions like rash, itching and inflammation.