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Dazolic 500 mg Infusion
Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsOrnidazole
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Description
Dazolic 500 mg Infusion is an antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent, which is used for treating the severe infections of the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, genital areas, etc caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria or amoeba. It is also used for the prevention of post-operative infections.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Dazolic 500 mg Infusion
Ornida 500 mg Infusion
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Dazolic 500 mg Infusion
Headache
Nausea and Vomiting
Dizziness
Change in pulse rate
Abdominal pain
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Shaking of the hands or feet
Skin rash and itching
Red spots on skin
Abnormal Liver function
Uses of Dazolic 500 mg Infusion
What is it prescribed for?
Anaerobic bacterial infections
This medicine is used for treating the infections in the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, genital areas, skin, etc caused by susceptible strains of anaerobic bacteria.
Surgical prophylaxis
This medicine is used for the prevention of postoperative infections in patients who are undergoing contaminated or potentially contaminated surgeries.
Amoebic Liver Abscess
This medicine is used for the treatment of amebic liver abscess (accumulation of pus) caused by Entamoeba histolytica.
Severe amoebic dysentery
This medicine is used for the treatment of severe diarrhea with blood, stomach pain and cramps, tiredness, and swelling of the intestine. It is mainly caused due to infections caused by various strains of amoeba.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during the treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is contraindicated for use in the first trimester of pregnancy. It can be used in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy only if clearly needed. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ornidazole, other nitroimidazoles, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is contraindicated for use in the first trimester of pregnancy. It can be used in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy only if clearly needed. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition
General warnings
Kidney/Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an impairment of the kidney/liver function. due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney/liver function is necessary for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Epilepsy
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from epilepsy or other convulsion disorders due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Blood cell count
Use of this medicine may lower the blood cell count and may lead to leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, and bone marrow aplasia. Close monitoring of WBC count, platelets is necessary. Discontinue the treatment if any signs of low blood cell count appear.
Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Multiple sclerosis
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from this neurodegenerative disorder of the brain due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Missed Dose
Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during the treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Vecuronium
Warfarin
Disease interactions
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by inhibiting the growth of protozoa or bacteria by interfering with the protein formation process leading to cell lysis.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antiprotozoals, Miscellaneous antibiotics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Related Questions
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Avoid if you are breast feeding.
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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Oct 2019
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