Priof
Composition for Priof Products
Priof Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Priof
Priof 200mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹37.5
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Substitute brands for Priof
About Priof Products
Uses of Priof Products
Ofloxacin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).
Priof Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Priof are Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Itching, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Rash, Genital itching, Vaginal inflammation, Phlebitis, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness).
Severe
Side Effects of Priof are Photosensitivity, Inflammation of tendons, Tendon rupture, Psychotic disorder, Liver dysfunction, Pseudomembranous colitis.
How Priof Products work
Ofloxacin 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.
In Depth Information for Priof Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Priof 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 Priof 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 Priof 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 Priof 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.
Patient Concerns about Priof Products
Frequently asked questions about Priof Products
Q. Can the use of Priof 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Priof 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that 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.
Q. Can I stop taking Priof 200mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Priof 200mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Priof 200mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Priof 200mg Tablet 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 Priof 200mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.