Manufacturer: Caplet India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Ofloxacin(50mg/5ml)
Bottle of 60ml Suspension
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Give Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension to your child orally, preferably at a fixed time, either before or after meals. In case your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with meals. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, your child’s age, and body weight, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of intake, repeat the same dose but do not double dose if it's time for the next dose.
Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episode of allergy, heart-problem, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.
Ofloxacin is a quinolone antimicrobial agent. The mechanism of action of ofloxacin and other fluoroquinolone antimicrobials involves inhibition of bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase (both of which are type II topoisomerases), enzymes required for DNA replication, transcription, repair and recombination
The pharmacokinetics of ofloxacin are characterised by almost complete bioavailability (95 to 100%), peak serum concentrations in the range of 2 to 3 mg/L after a 400mg oral dose and an average half-life of 5 to 8h.
Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Cioff
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Headache
Diarrhea
diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria.
diabetes.
low blood sugar.
dehydration.
low amount of potassium in the blood.
a low seizure threshold.
a painful condition that affects the nerves in the legs and arms called peripheral neuropathy.
7 YEARS
Gonococcal urethritis and cervicitis due to susceptible Neisseria gonorrhoeae 400 mg
Uncomplicated cystitis 200 mg-400 mg daily
Acute pyelonephritis and complicated urinary tract infections 400 mg daily, increasing if necessary, to 400 mg twice a day
colitis.
CNS disorders.
myasthenia gravis.
peripheral neuropathy.
QT interval prolongation.
tendonitis.
crystalluria.
diabetes.
Shake well before use. Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
Do not panic. You can give the medicine as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child. In case of any confusion, do consult your doctor, do not double the dose to catch up.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid within 2 hours of taking Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension as these can affect the absorption of the medicine.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
Discontinue Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
Only give Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. What if I give too much of Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension by mistake?
An extra dose of Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, unconsciousness, and palpitations (irregularities of heartbeat). Rush to your child’s doctor on an immediate basis if you notice any of these symptoms.
Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension for the prescribed duration?
Ineffective treatment with Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing bacteria. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic that would be more specific in action. Not all medicines are given by oral route, some may have to be given by IV route (intravenous injection) in the hospital.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension?
Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Q. What should I tell the doctor before giving Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension to my child?
Inform the doctor if your child is suffering from a heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood vessels, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, or rheumatoid arthritis. This is because there is a possibility that Cioff 50mg/5ml Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
