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Oflomac 300 Tablet (10), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Oflomac 300 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) contraindications section.
Besides this, Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflomac 300 Tablet (10), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
Oflomac can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Oflomac right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Oflomac can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
Oflomac rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) on the Liver?
Side effects of Oflomac rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) on the Heart?
Oflomac has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflomac 300 Tablet (10)
Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflomac 300 Tablet (10)
Taking alcohol with Oflomac 300 Tablet (10) can be dangerous.
Oflomac is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Oflomac should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Yes, Oflomac can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
No, Oflomac is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Take Oflomac if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
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