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Oxflo Benefits & Uses

Oxflo 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)

Oxflo 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Oxflo Related Warnings

Is the use of Oxflo safe for pregnant women?

Oxflo may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Oxflo again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Oxflo safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Oxflo on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Oxflo on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Oxflo on the Liver?

Side effects of Oxflo rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Oxflo on the Heart?

Side effects of Oxflo rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Oxflo with Other Drugs

Oxflo 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

Oxflo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxflo 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 Oxflo

Is this Oxflo habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Oxflo.

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

After taking Oxflo, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oxflo can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Oxflo is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

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

No

Oxflo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oxflo

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Oxflo to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxflo

Consuming Oxflo with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Oxflo

Question about 5 years ago

How does Oxflo works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Oxflo 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Oxflo for sinus infection?

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

Oxflo 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 Oxflo cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Oxflo 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 over 5 years ago

What is Oxflo?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Oxflo is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Oxflo?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Oxflo 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.