Ofaxin 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ofaxin Benefits & Uses

Ofaxin 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)

Ofaxin 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

Ofaxin Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofaxin safe for pregnant women?

Ofaxin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ofaxin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ofaxin safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ofaxin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofaxin on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Ofaxin on the Liver?

Ofaxin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofaxin on the Heart?

Side effects of Ofaxin rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ofaxin with Other Drugs

Ofaxin 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

Ofaxin Contraindications

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

Is this Ofaxin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ofaxin is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ofaxin can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ofaxin only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Ofaxin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofaxin

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofaxin

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ofaxin

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Ofaxin safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ofaxin is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Ofaxin with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Ofaxin can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ofaxin for sinus infection?

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

Ofaxin 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Ofaxin with azithromycin?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Ofaxin with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ofaxin contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Ofaxin does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.