Levofloxacin 125 mg and Ornidazole 125 mg Susp. With outer carton

Description

Ellanjey presents ELLFOX-OZ Suspension, a paediatric-friendly formulation combining Levofloxacin 125mg and Ornidazole 125mg per 5ml. This dual-action medication is specifically designed for the treatment of mixed gastrointestinal infections in children, where both aerobic bacteria and anaerobic protozoa are responsible for the clinical symptoms.

Diarrheal diseases in children are often polymicrobial – meaning more than one type of pathogen is involved. A single antibiotic may fail if the infection includes both bacteria and protozoal parasites. ELLFOX-OZ Suspension solves this problem by delivering two complementary antimicrobial agents in one convenient, palatable liquid formulation.

Key Benefits:

• Dual Antimicrobial Action – Kills both aerobic bacteria and anaerobic protozoa.

• Rapid Diarrhea Control – Symptom relief within 24–48 hours.

• Covers Mixed Infections – Effective when bacteria and parasites coexist.

• Long Half-Life – Allows twice-daily dosing for better compliance.

• Low Alcohol Sensitivity – Ornidazole causes fewer disulfiram-like reactions than metronidazole.

FAQs:

1. What is ELLFOX-OZ Suspension used for in children?
ELLFOX-OZ Suspension is used to treat mixed diarrheal infections caused by both bacteria (E. coli, Shigella, Salmonella) and protozoa (Giardia, Amoeba). It is especially useful for dysentery (bloody diarrhea), traveler’s diarrhea, and giardiasis.

2. How does ELLFOX-OZ work?
Levofloxacin kills aerobic bacteria (like E. coli and Shigella) by blocking their DNA replication, while Ornidazole kills anaerobic bacteria and intestinal protozoa (like Giardia and Amoeba). Together, they cover the full range of diarrhea-causing pathogens.

3. Why is Ornidazole used instead of Metronidazole?
Ornidazole has a longer half-life (12-14 hours vs 6-8 hours), allowing twice-daily dosing instead of three times daily. It also causes less nausea and metallic taste, making it better tolerated in children.

4. What are the important side effects to watch for?
Common side effects include mild nausea (take with food). Serious side effects (rare) include: tendon pain (especially heel/Achilles) – stop immediately; joint pain/swelling; severe watery/bloody diarrhea; or allergic reactions. Seek medical help if these occur.