Diragyl 200 mg / 500 mg Tablet (10'S)

Manufacturer: Abbott

Salt Composition : Gatifloxacin(200mg), Ornidazole(500mg)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

₹63.67

Strip of 10 Tablet

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Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better to ensure a complete recovery.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Gatifloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Ornidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively

Pharmacokinets

Gatifloxacin+Ornidazole is used in the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery. Gatifloxacin + Ornidazole is a combination of two antibiotics: Gatifloxacin and Ornidazole. Gatifloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria

Side Effects

Nausea

Vomiting

Stomach pain

Loss of appetite

Dryness in mouth

Dizziness

Headache

Contra Indications

Neurological disease, Blood dyscrasias, First trimester of pregnancy, Hypersensitivity, Caution in chronic alcoholics

Gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to gatifloxacin, a history of quinolone hypersensitivity, or hypersensitivity to any components of the medication

Pregnancy Related Information

Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Information regarding the use of Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.


Indications

Gatifloxacin+Ornidazole is used in the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery. Gatifloxacin + Ornidazole is a combination of two antibiotics: Gatifloxacin and Ornidazole. Gatifloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria

Interactions

DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS: ORNIDAZOLE may have interaction with pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen), antibiotic (azithromycin, sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim, metronidazole, erythromycin), anti-diabetic (metformin)

colitis.

dysglycemia.

CNS disorders.

myasthenia gravis.

peripheral neuropathy.

QT interval prolongation.

tendonitis.

crystalluria

Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.


Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines

Expert Advice

Your doctor has prescribed this combination medicine for the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.

Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you.

Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.

Do not use Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.

It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.

Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.

Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.


How To Use

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. Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.


FAQs

Q. What if I don't get better after using Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. What if I miss my dose?

Take Diragyl 200 mg/500 mg Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.