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Oflo is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment, Suspension, Drops. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Oflo have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflo. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oflo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflo are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Oflo's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Oflo has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflo related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oflo since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oflo are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Oflo have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oflo is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oflo 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oflo is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oflo safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oflo. It is best to stop taking Oflo immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflo safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oflo. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oflo on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oflo on the Liver?
Oflo is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Oflo on the Heart?
Side effects of Oflo rarely affect the heart.
Oflo 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 Oflo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflo habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Oflo is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Oflo as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Oflo should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oflo
When consumed with certain foods, Oflo may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflo
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oflo as it can have severe side effects.
Take Oflo 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.
Yes, Oflo 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.
Oflo 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflo 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.
Yes, Oflo 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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