Ofloxina 400mg Tablet
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Medicine Overview of Ofloxina Tablet
Uses of Ofloxina Tablet
Ofloxina 400mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections
It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).
It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).
Side effects of Ofloxina Tablet
Common
Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.
How to use Ofloxina 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. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Ofloxina 400mg Tablet at a fixed time.
How Ofloxina Tablet works
Ofloxina 400mg tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by inhibiting the DNA replication.
In Depth Information on Ofloxina Tablet
Expert advice for Ofloxina Tablet
- Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
- Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.
- Can lead to nausea and diarrhoea frequently. If this becomes severe or persistent or you notice that your stool contains blood or mucus you should stop taking Ofloxina immediately and consult your doctor. You should not take medicines to stop or slow diarrhoea.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with epilepsy, kidney or heart diseases.
Warnings
Special precautions for Ofloxina 400mg Tablet
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Ofloxina 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor....
+moreAnimal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CAUTION
Ofloxina 400mg Tablet is probably usafe to use during lactat
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Limited human data suggests that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
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Driving
Ofloxina 400mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, drowsy or aff
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Kidney
CAUTION
Ofloxina 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patient
+mores with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ofloxina 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Liver
CAUTION
Ofloxina 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patient
+mores with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ofloxina 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
...Severely interacts with other drugs like
Epsolin 50mg/2ml Injection, Ozip 2.5mg Tablet, Oliza 10mg Injection, Gli 2mg Tablet
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Ofloxacin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for Ofloxina 400mg Tablet
Frequently asked questions for Ofloxacin
Ofloxina is used to treat bacterial infections of the kidneys or bladder (urinary tract), chest or lungs, male or female sex organs (genital tract) which include gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted infection that can affect both men and women, and skin and soft tissue infections.
Ofloxina is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic and it works by killing the bacteria (bactericidal) that cause infections.
Ofloxina is an antibiotic and it belongs to the group of fluoroquinolones.
Ofloxina is bactericidal (kills bacteria) and shows antibacterial activity against wide range of both gram negative and gram positive micro-organisms.
Ofloxina is not a penicillin. Ofloxina belongs to fluoroquinolone group of antibiotics.
Ofloxina is not a pain killer. It is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic.
Ofloxina is not a sulfa drug. Ofloxina belongs to the group of fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
Ofloxina does not contain sulfa. Ofloxina belongs to a group of medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
Ofloxina does not affect birth control. No interactions have been seen when Ofloxina is used with contraceptive pills. However, always talk to your doctor if you are asked to take any medicines when you are also taking birth control pills.
Ofloxina does not contain penicillin. Ofloxina belongs to fluoroquinolone group of antibiotics.
Ofloxina is active against chlamydia and can be used for treating the chlamydia infections. Please consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your infections.
Yes, Ofloxina does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.
Q. Can I take Ofloxina with paracetamol?
Ofloxina can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Ofloxina with ibuprofen?
Ofloxina when taken with Ibuprofen, can increase the risk of some side effects. There are a few reports of seizures or fits when these ibuprofen has been taken with Ofloxina. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
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