Can I take an O2 tablet for loose motion? I’ve heard it helps in stomach-related infections, but I’m not sure if it’s safe to take without a prescription.
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Dear Reader,
O2 tablets contain Ofloxacin and Ornidazole, a combination antibiotic used to treat specific gastrointestinal infections, especially those caused by both bacteria and parasites. While they can be useful in treating conditions like infectious diarrhea and dysentery, they are not meant to be taken for all types of loose motions.
Most episodes of loose motion are caused by viral infections, dehydration, food intolerance, or dietary issues, and in such cases, antibiotics like O2 provide no benefit and may even cause side effects such as nausea, dizziness, or antibiotic resistance.
Because O2 is a prescription-only medication, it should not be taken without a doctor’s advice. Your symptoms may respond to simple rehydration, probiotics, or other supportive treatments rather than antibiotics. Taking it unnecessarily can do more harm than good.
If your diarrhea is severe, bloody, persistent (more than 2–3 days), accompanied by fever, or if you feel dehydrated, please seek medical advice promptly.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.