Is O2 tablet an antibiotic?

Question

Is O2 tablet an antibiotic? My doctor gave it for diarrhea, but I want to know whether it’s an antibiotic or another type of medicine.

Dr. Nikita Toshi · Answer

Dear Reader, O2 tablet is an antibiotic medicine, which is why your doctor prescribed it for your diarrhoea. This medication combines two active ingredients, Ofloxacin and Ornidazole, which belong to different classes of antimicrobials: a fluoroquinolone and a nitroimidazole, respectively. Together, they offer dual action, killing both susceptible bacteria and certain parasites that are common causes of infectious or mixed diarrhoea. It is crucial to complete the entire course as prescribed, even if you start feeling better quickly, to ensure the infection is fully treated and to prevent antibiotic resistance, which is an essential part of antibiotic therapy. Wishing you a speedy recovery.