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Emrok O 500mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Emrok O 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic that helps in the treatment of bacterial skin infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Emrok O 500mg Tablet is given as an injection by a trained healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It should be given regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

It may cause injection site reactions such as pain, swelling, and redness in some people. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, or nose as it may irritate. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Benefits of Emrok O Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Emrok O 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

Side effects of Emrok O Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Emrok O

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Emrok O Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Emrok O 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Emrok O Tablet works

Emrok O 500mg Tablet works by interrupting bacterial replication and preventing the growth of the bacteria causing major skin infections.

Safety advice

Alcohol
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Emrok O 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Emrok O 500mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Emrok O 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
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It is not known whether Emrok O 500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
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There is limited information available on the use of Emrok O 500mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
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There is limited information available on the use of Emrok O 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Emrok O Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Emrok O 500mg Tablet, consult your doctor.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

  • Emrok O 500mg Tablet may cause constipation. Drink lots of fluids and eat fiber-rich food if you experience constipation.
  • Stick to simple meals, and avoid rich or spicy food while taking Emrok O 500mg Tablet to avoid nausea.
  • You may feel fatigued or dizzy after treatment with this medicine. Drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Fluoroquinolones
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA

Patient concerns

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Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days
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FAQs

Does Emrok O 500mg Tablet cause constipation?

Yes, Emrok O 500mg Tablet may cause constipation. Drink lots of fluids and eat fiber-rich food if you experience constipation. If the condition persists or worsens, consult your doctor.

Is Emrok O 500mg Tablet a broad-spectrum antibiotic?

Emrok O 500mg Tablet is a novel broad-spectrum antibiotic with potent bactericidal action against gram-positive, quinolone-susceptible gram-negative, anaerobic, and atypical bacteria.

Can Emrok O 500mg Tablet be taken with antacids?

Take this injection at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after antacids containing magnesium, aluminum, or sucralfate since these components may interfere with the medicine's absorption.

What class of drug does Emrok O 500mg Tablet belong to?

This medicine belongs to the novel benzoquinolizine subclass of quinolone antibiotics.
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Marketer details

Name: Wockhardt Ltd
Address: Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India
Country of origin: India

MRP
2695
Inclusive of all taxes
4.0 tablets in 1 strip
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