Shilof OZ Syrup

Shilof OZ Syrup belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, bacterial infections by inflammation of the peritoneum, eye and ear infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted infections, respiratory infections, vaginal infections, protozoan infections, intra-abdominal infections, and infections during surgical procedures. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea of mixed infections in adults.

Shilof OZ Syrup is a combination of two antibiotic drugs, namely: Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby kills the bacteria. Together, Shilof OZ Syrup helps in treating bacterial infections.

Take Shilof OZ Syrup as prescribed. In some cases, Shilof OZ Syrup may cause side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side-effects persist or worsen.

Talk to your doctor if you experience pain in tendons, swelling, and inflammation as Shilof OZ Syrup is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis. Consult your doctor before taking Shilof OZ Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Shilof OZ Syrup may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Shilof OZ Syrup as it may cause increased dizziness. Shilof OZ Syrup is not recommended for use in children.

Shilof OZ Syrup belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat urinary tract infections, bacterial infections by inflammation of the peritoneum, eye and ear infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted infections, respiratory infections, vaginal infections, protozoan infections, intra-abdominal infections, and infections during surgical procedures. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea of mixed infections in adults. Shilof OZ Syrup is a combination of two antibiotic drugs, namely: Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA. Ornidazole inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby kills the bacteria. Together, Shilof OZ Syrup helps in treating bacterial infections. Shilof OZ Syrup is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Do not take Shilof OZ Syrup if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you had swelling or tearing of tendons while taking quinolone antibiotics; or if you have myasthenia gravis, as it may cause increased muscle weakness. Talk to your doctor before taking Shilof OZ Syrup if you have epilepsy, low levels of potassium, nervous or muscle problems, head injury or brain tumour, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Shilof OZ Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Shilof OZ Syrup may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Shilof OZ Syrup as it may cause increased dizziness.

• Shilof OZ Syrup may affect coagulation test or prothrombin time (time is taken for blood clotting), liver function tests, and serum tests. Shilof OZ Syrup contains ofloxacin which might produce false-positive urine screening results for opiates. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Shilof OZ Syrup.
• Shilof OZ Syrup is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain, swelling or inflammation while taking Shilof OZ Syrup.