Ofcore 200mg Infusion

Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana, PGDHHM, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 21 Sep 2025 | 05:36 PM (IST)

Ofcore 200mg Infusion is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping further growth of the causative microorganisms.

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General Information

Contains

Ofloxacin (200mg)

Marketer

Biocore Pharmaceuticals

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Ofcore 200mg Infusion is given as an injection into a vein (intravenous), in cases where oral administration is not possible, such as in hospitalized or unconscious patients. It is administered by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Some people may have nausea, headache, dizziness, and vomiting as side effects of this medicine. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

Uses of Ofcore Infusion

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Ofcore Infusion

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Ofcore 200mg Infusion is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of Ofcore Infusion

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 Ofcore

Nausea
Headache
Dizziness
Itching
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Rash
Genital itching
Vaginal inflammation
Phlebitis
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Ofcore Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Ofcore Infusion works

Ofcore 200mg Infusion is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Ofcore 200mg Infusion to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Ofcore 200mg Infusion and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Your doctor has prescribed Ofcore 200mg Infusion to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Ofcore 200mg Infusion and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ofcore 200mg Infusion.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ofcore 200mg Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ofcore 200mg Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ofcore 200mg Infusion may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ofcore 200mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ofcore 200mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Ofcore 200mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ofcore 200mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Ofcore with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Ofloxacin. Please consult your doctor. Ofloxacin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Severe

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Ofloxacin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Ofloxacin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Moderate

Aceclofenac (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ofloxacin with Aceclofenac. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for convulsions and seizures and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Aceclofenac (Injection Route)

Moderate

Aceclofenac (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of Ofcore 200mg Infusion cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Ofcore 200mg Infusion can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can I stop taking Ofcore 200mg Infusion when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Ofcore 200mg Infusion and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of Ofcore 200mg Infusion increase the risk of muscle damage?

Yes, use of Ofcore 200mg Infusion is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Ofcore 200mg Infusion. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1011-13.
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Biocore Pharmaceuticals
Address: SCF-450,1st & 2nd Floor, Motor Market, Manimajra, Sector 7, Chandigarh - 160101, Chandigarh, India

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Ofcore Infusion

Benefits of Ofcore Infusion

Side effects of Ofcore Infusion

How to use Ofcore Infusion

How Ofcore Infusion works

All substitutes for Ofcore 200mg Infusion

Qmax 200mg Infusion

OFLox 200mg Infusion

Zanocin 200mg Infusion

Oflin 200mg Infusion

Oflomac 200mg Infusion

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Aceclofenac (Oral Route)

Aceclofenac (Injection Route)

Aceclofenac (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of Ofcore 200mg Infusion cause diarrhea?

Can I stop taking Ofcore 200mg Infusion when I feel better?

Can the use of Ofcore 200mg Infusion increase the risk of muscle damage?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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