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Ormed is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Amebiasis. Other than this, Ormed has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Ormed depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ormed can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ormed are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Ormed's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Ormed has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ormed related warnings section.
Ormed is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Peripheral Neuropathy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Ormed have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ormed may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ormed is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ormed is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Ormed safe for pregnant women?
Ormed can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ormed right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ormed safe during breastfeeding?
Ormed can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Ormed on the Kidneys?
Ormed rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ormed on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ormed on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ormed on the Heart?
Using Ormed does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Ormed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ormed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ormed habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ormed has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ormed you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ormed is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ormed for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ormed
It is safe to take Ormed with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ormed
Consuming Ormed with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
It is recommended that you do not stop Ormed on your own. Always speak to your doctor first who will assess your symptoms and then guide you if Ormed should be discontinued or continued for some more time.
No, Ormed and metronidazole are two different drugs, however, they belong to the same category - nitroimidazoles and both have the same mechanism of action. In comparison to metronidazole, ornidazole has a longer half-life and fewer side effects.
Ormed must be taken for as long as it has been prescribed your doctor. Taking it for a prolonged period might cause an overdose while taking it for a less period of time might not produce the desired result. Therefore, you must follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Yes, Ormed can be taken with paracetamol. This is because no record of any interactions has been found. Thus, it is safe to take these two medicines together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two drugs together, do not hesitate to consult your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can take Ormed for loose motions (diarrhoea). Since Ormed is a prescription drug you are advised to consult a doctor if you are considering to take it by yourself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839