Ofloxacin
Uses
Ofloxacin is used for the treatment of bacterial infections
How it Works
Ofloxacin is an antibiotic, Ofloxacin works by entering bacterial and protozoal cells and interfering with their DNA. Ofloxacin damages the DNA and also prevents the bacteria and protozoa from forming new DNA. This results in tinidazole killing the micro-organisms, which clears up the infection.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Ofloxacin may suffer from such side effects;
Vomiting,
Nausea,
Abdominal pain,
Constipation,
Diarrhoea,
Dizziness,
Dry mouth,
Altered taste,
Fatigue,
Flatulence,
Headache,
Loss of appetite,
Vaginal burning sensation, pain, itching and irritation
Pain in urethra,
Burning sensation in urethra
Nitazoxanide
Uses
Nitazoxanide is used in the treatment and relieve from diarrhoea and parasitic worm infections.
How it Works
Nitazoxanide is known as an antiparasitic and antiviral medicine. Nitazoxanide works by inhibiting the production of certain chemicals and substances essential for energy metabolism and growth of the parasite thus killing the parasite and relieving the symptoms.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Nitazoxanide include the symptoms below;
Headache,
Hair loss,
Vomiting,
Abnormal liver function tests,
Dizziness,
Abdominal pain,
Nausea,
Fever,
Vertigo