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Ofelder Information

Ofelder is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ofelder have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ofelder. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Ofelder side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ofelder are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Ofelder's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Ofelder has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ofelder related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Ofelder since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ofelder have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Ofelder with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ofelder is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Ofelder Benefits & Uses
Ofelder Dosage & How to Take
Ofelder Side Effects
Ofelder Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ofelder with Other Drugs
Ofelder Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ofelder
Ofelder Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ofelder Benefits & Uses

Ofelder is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Ofelder Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ofelder Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofelder safe for pregnant women?

Ofelder can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ofelder, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ofelder safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ofelder. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ofelder immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ofelder again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofelder on the Kidneys?

Ofelder has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofelder on the Liver?

Ofelder may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofelder on the Heart?

Side effects of Ofelder rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ofelder with Other Drugs

Ofelder should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Ofelder Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofelder unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Ofelder

Is this Ofelder habit forming or addictive?

Ofelder does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ofelder as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ofelder only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Ofelder in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ofelder Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofelder

Some foods when eaten with Ofelder can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofelder

Taking Ofelder with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ofelder

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Ofelder?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Ofelder 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Ofelder used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Ofelder is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ofelder for sinus infection?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Ofelder is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ofelder cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Ofelder causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Ofelder with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ofelder 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.