Pregnancy Interaction

• Pregnancy:
• Be careful when using Satrogyl-O while pregnant.
• Ofloxacin (a fluoroquinolone) is not a good idea, especially in the first trimester, because it could hurt the joints and cartilage of the fetus.
• Only use if the doctor says to.
• Breastfeeding:
• Ofloxacin could go into breast milk and hurt the baby's joints.
• Do not breastfeed while you are getting therapy or for at least 24 hours following your last dosage.
• Satranidazole may also cause stomach problems in babies.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. What does Satrogyl-O do?
Used to treat giardiasis, trichomonas infection, amoebiasis, traveler's diarrhea, mixed bacterial-protozoal diarrhea, and other intestinal illnesses.

Q2. Is Satrogyl-O an antibiotic?
Yes. There are two parts to it: Ofloxacin is an antibacterial drug. Satranidazole is an antiprotozoal drug.

Q3. Is it okay to take Satrogyl-O on an empty stomach?
It's better to take it after eating to avoid upsetting your stomach.

Q4. Can I drink alcohol when I'm taking this medicine?
No. Stay away from alcohol at all costs.
Mixing alcohol with Satranidazole could make you throw up, turn red, or have a fast heartbeat.

Q5. Is it safe for kids?
Not advised for children under 18 years, except on explicit medical recommendation.

Q6. When will I start to feel better?
Most patients feel better in one to two days, but they should finish the whole course.

Expert Advice

• Don't drink alcohol while you're getting therapy or for 48 to 72 hours following your final dosage.
• Drink a lot of water to keep from being dehydrated from diarrhea.
• Stay out of the sun; Ofloxacin can make you sensitive to light.
• Finish the whole course, even if your symptoms become better.
• If you feel dizzy, don't drive or use machinery.
• If you have any of the following, let the doctor know:
• Problems with tendons
• Seizures or epilepsy
• Problems with the liver and kidneys
• Problems with the heart's rhythm (QT prolongation)
• Diabetes

Side Effects

• Some common side effects are:
• Feeling sick
• Throwing up
• Diarrhea
• Pain in the stomach
• Taste of metal
• Pain in the head
• Weakness
• Sensitivity to light
• Not as common:
• Feeling dizzy
• Trouble sleeping
• Rash on the skin
• Not wanting to eat
• Serious (get medical help):
• Very bad allergic reaction
• Pain and swelling in the tendon (Achilles tendon)
• Seizures
• Heartbeats that aren't regular
• Severe diarrhea (C. difficile colitis)

 How It Works

• Satrogyl-O has:
• 1. Ofloxacin
• An antibiotic called fluoroquinolone.
• Stops bacteria from growing by blocking DNA gyrase and topoisomerase, two important enzymes that help bacteria copy their DNA.
• 2. 2. Satranidazole
• A drug that kills amoebas and protozoa.
• Damages the DNA of protozoa and anaerobic bacteria, which kills them.
• They work well together to fight against:
• Bacteria
• Amoeba
• Giardia
• Trichomonas
• This makes it perfect for mixed infections.

Medicine Interaction

• Tell your doctor if you are taking:
• Anti-arrhythmics (risk of QT prolongation)
• Anti-seizure medications
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Steroids (higher chance of tendon rupture)
• Antacids (lower the amount of Ofloxacin that the body absorbs; wait 2 hours)
• Diabetes medications (risk of glucose variation)
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
• Other antibiotics or medications that kill amoebas
• Don't drink alcohol at all.

 How to Use

• After eating, take the tablet.
• Do not crumble or chew; just swallow whole with water.
• Take at regular intervals.
• Finish the whole course.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If you're close to your next dose, skip it.
• Stay away from alcohol and too much sun.

 Uses / Indications

• Satrogyl-O Tablet is used to treat:
• Amoebiasis
• Giardiasis
• Diarrhea caused by a mix of bacteria and protozoa
• Diarrhea from traveling
• Dysentery
• Infection with trichomonas
• Infections in the pelvis
• Dental infections caused by anaerobes
• Anaerobic infections after surgery
• Acute gastroenteritis