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Orprozil 500mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Orprozil 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, and throat. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

Orprozil 500mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Orprozil Tablet

Benefits of Orprozil Tablet

In Bacterial infections

Orprozil 500mg Tablet kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Orprozil Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Orprozil

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Abdominal pain
  • Genital itching
  • Vaginal inflammation
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)

How to use Orprozil Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Orprozil 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Orprozil 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Orprozil 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Orprozil 500mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Orprozil 500mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
UNSAFE
Orprozil 500mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Orprozil 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Orprozil 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Orprozil 500mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Orprozil 500mg Tablet is recommended.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Orprozil 500mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
  • Discontinue Orprozil 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Intermediate-spectrum {Second generation cephalosporins)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 3 generation

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FAQs

Does Orprozil 500mg Tablet treat cold or flu?

No, Orprozil 500mg Tablet does not treat cold or flu. Orprozil 500mg Tablet is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various kinds of bacterial infections. However, cold or flu are viral infections and therefore cannot be treated by Orprozil 500mg Tablet.

How should Orprozil 500mg Tablet be taken?

Orprozil 500mg Tablet should be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. Also, food intake enhances the absorption of the medicine thereby helping in faster recovery. Remember, Orprozil 500mg Tablet should never be taken on an empty stomach as it may trigger diarrhea (loose motions).

Can Orprozil 500mg Tablet cause thrush?

Yes, prolonged or repeated use of Orprozil 500mg Tablet may cause thrush or other similar fungal and yeast infections. It is advisable to take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. However, if you notice white patches in your mouth or genital area or if you notice increased vaginal discharge while taking Orprozil 500mg Tablet, consult your doctor immediately.

Is Orprozil 500mg Tablet safe to use?

Orprozil 500mg Tablet is safe to use at the prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Is Orprozil 500mg Tablet an antibiotic?

Yes, Orprozil 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic, it belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.

Can I stop taking Orprozil 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Orprozil 500mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But, it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.

How long does Orprozil 500mg Tablet take to work?

Usually, Orprozil 500mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Orprozil 500mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can the use of Orprozil 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Orprozil 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Orprozil 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
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