Bectout Oral Suspension is an antibiotic, having ofloxacin and metronidazole as its active ingredients. Both these medicines damage the DNA of the infection-causing bacteria, thus killing it by stopping its growth. This prevents the infection from spreading without making the bacteria resistant to further treatment.
- Kidney : CAUTION - Bectout Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bectout Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Bectout Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bectout Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Q. What if I give excess Bectout Oral Suspension by mistake?::: Although an extra dose of Bectout Oral Suspension will not have any side effects, you must always be vigilant. If you think you have given too much Bectout Oral Suspension to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. 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.| Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Bectout Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?::: Ineffective treatment with Bectout Oral Suspension could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing bacteria. In such a case, visit your child?s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic, having more specific action toward the infection-causing bacteria.| Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Bectout Oral Suspension?::: Bectout Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Bectout Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child?s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.| Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Bectout Oral Suspension?::: 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.| Q. What should I tell the doctor before giving Bectout Oral Suspension 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 Bectout Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.| Q. My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Bectout Oral Suspension. Is it normal?::: Yes, it is normal. Bectout Oral Suspension contains an active ingredient called metronidazole which can cause red-brown urine. It is a harmless side effect. It will subside once the medicine is stopped after the completion of the treatment.| Q. My child is having a common cold. Is it safe to give Bectout Oral Suspension along with cough & cold medicines?::: No, do not give Bectout Oral Suspension with cough and cold medicines as it can interfere with their working.