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Oflocon 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oflocon is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oflocon safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oflocon. It is best to stop taking Oflocon immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflocon safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oflocon. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oflocon on the Kidneys?
Oflocon rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflocon on the Liver?
Oflocon may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Oflocon on the Heart?
Side effects of Oflocon rarely affect the heart.
Oflocon 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 Oflocon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflocon habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oflocon has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflocon you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Oflocon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflocon is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflocon
Some foods when eaten with Oflocon can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflocon
Taking alcohol with Oflocon can be dangerous.
Oflocon is a prescription drug, hence do not take Oflocon without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, Oflocon is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Discontinuing Oflocon 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.
Oflocon 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.
Yes, Oflocon 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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