Abicon Oral Suspension

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Nalidixic Acid (150mg) + Metronidazole (100mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	385

FAQ

What if I miss my dose?

Take Abicon 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.

What if I give excess Abicon by mistake?

An extra dose of Abicon is unlikely to cause any harm. But, you must still be vigilant because overdose increases the risk of unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heartbeat. Rush to your child’s doctor on an immediate basis if you notice any of these symptoms. If you think you have given too much Abicon to your child, immediately speak to a doctor.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Abicon?

Abicon can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Abicon. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

My child is having a genetic deficiency of the G6PD enzyme. Is it safe to give Abicon?

It is advised that you get your child’s G6PD deficiency evaluated before starting the course of treatment. Avoid giving Abicon as deficiency of G6PD enzymes can lead to breaking of blood cells resulting in severe anemia.

What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Abicon for the prescribed duration?

Speak to your child’s doctor if your child does not show any improvement even after completing the dose. It could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing microorganism. Your child’s doctor may change Abicon and prescribe some other antibiotic that is known to have a stronger impact on the infection-causing microorganism.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Abicon?

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.

What if I don't get better after using Abicon?

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.

Can I stop taking Abicon when I feel better?

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

What should I tell the doctor before giving Abicon to my child?

Inform the doctor if your child is suffering from 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 Abicon may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.

What if I forget to give Abicon to my child?

Do not panic. You can give the missed dose as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised otherwise. Remember not to double the dose to catch up with the missed one. In case of any confusion, do consult your child’s doctor.

Abicon Oral Suspension Reviews

Abicon is an antibiotic medicine that is effective against a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections. In children, it is used to treat infections of the urinary and gastrointestinal tract.

Give Abicon to your child orally, with food, preferably at a fixed time. Giving it with food helps prevent the risk of developing a stomach upset. Always give the dose as prescribed by the doctor since that depends on the severity and type of infection, body weight, and age of your child. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of intake, repeat the same dose but never double up the dose if it is time for the next dose.

Some children may develop minor and temporary side effects after taking Abicon. These include nausea, vomiting, metallic taste, headache, loss of appetite, abdominal cramps, red-brown urine, and mild skin rash. These side effects usually go away once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case they persist for long or start bothering your child, you must consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Your child’s doctor must be aware if your child has ever had any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your child’s overall treatment.

How Abicon Oral Suspension Works

Abicon is a combination of two antibiotics: Nalidixic Acid and Metronidazole. Nalidixic Acid works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Metronidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

How to Use Abicon Oral Suspension

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. Abicon is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Abicon Oral Suspension

In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Abicon is given to children for the treatment of bacterial infections. These infections may include genital tract infections, urinary tract infections, and gastrointestinal infections, including diarrhea, dysentery, peritonitis, and appendicitis.This medicine helps clear up the infection by stopping the bacteria from multiplying and growing. In most cases, the infection starts showing improvement within 3 to 5 days of regular dosing. However, you must still finish the full course of the medicine. Stopping it abruptly may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.
In Treatment of Parasitic infections: Abicon is also used to treat parasitic infections such as amoebic dysentery, amoebic liver abscess, trichomoniasis, and giardiasis. It works by stopping the growth of parasites causing the infection. As a result of this, your child’s infection is treated.

Uses of Abicon Oral Suspension

Treatment of Parasitic infections
Diarrhea
Dysentery
Treatment of Bacterial infections

Abicon Oral Suspension Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Abicon should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Abicon may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised if this medicine is to be taken for a long time.

Liver ^CAUTION

Abicon should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Abicon may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
If your child develops diarrhea as a side effect, encourage them to drink plenty of water.
Your child must complete the entire course of Abicon. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Abicon as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.
Do not use Abicon if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.
Never save the medicine for future illnesses since its effectiveness in future infections cannot be guaranteed.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Discontinue Abicon and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you.
Abicon may cause an altered taste. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid to your child within 2 hours of taking Abicon as these can affect the absorption of the medicine.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Your doctor has prescribed this combination medicine for the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.