Description
Infections caused by more than one type of organisms are called as mixed infections and the best therapeutic option for their treatment is to combine two different drugs with different mechanism of action. O2 is a combination of ofloxacin and ornidazole. Ofloxacin is second generation fluoro-quinolone antibiotic which inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, interfering in the synthesis of DNA in the bacteria and shows bactericidal action. Ornidazole is a newer nitroimidazoles with superior efficacy and longer duration of action. It kills susceptible microorganisms by interfering with DNA functioning. Hence combination of these two drugs shown higher efficacy, broad antimicrobial spectrum, least incidence of side effects and both are well tolerated.
Indications
Diarrhoea and dysentery
Pelvic Inflammatory disease
Post surgical care
- Prophylaxis in elective surgery
- Post Appendectomy
- Intra-abdominal infections
- Hernia Repair
Dental infections
- Root canal infections
- Periapical abscess
- Periodontal abscess
- Pre & post-operative care
ENT infections
Skin and soft tissue infections
Composition
Each film coated tablet contains:
Adverse reactions
Few incidences of nausea, vomiting, headache and metallic taste.
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to either ingredient.
Pregnancy
Presentation
O2 is available as a strip of 10 tablets.