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Oflamed is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Oflamed has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflamed. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oflamed side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflamed go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflamed is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Oflamed has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflamed related warnings section.
Oflamed 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 contraindications of Oflamed have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Oflamed may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflamed, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflamed 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 Oflamed safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oflamed. It is best to stop taking Oflamed immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflamed safe during breastfeeding?
Oflamed may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Oflamed, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Oflamed.
What is the effect of Oflamed on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflamed on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oflamed on the Liver?
Oflamed is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Oflamed on the Heart?
Oflamed may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Oflamed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflamed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflamed habit forming or addictive?
Oflamed is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Oflamed as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Oflamed only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oflamed for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflamed
Some foods when eaten with Oflamed can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflamed
Consuming Oflamed with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Discontinuing Oflamed on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, long-term use of Oflamed can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Oflamed 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.
Yes, Oflamed 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.
Take Oflamed as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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