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Otoflox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Otoflox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Otoflox. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Otoflox have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Otoflox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Otoflox has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Otoflox related warnings talks about Otoflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Otoflox 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 Otoflox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Otoflox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Otoflox is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Otoflox 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Otoflox is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Otoflox safe for pregnant women?
Otoflox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Otoflox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Otoflox safe during breastfeeding?
Otoflox can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Otoflox on the Kidneys?
Otoflox rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Otoflox on the Liver?
Otoflox is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Otoflox on the Heart?
Otoflox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Otoflox 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 Otoflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Otoflox habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Otoflox.
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 Otoflox can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Otoflox only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Otoflox in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Otoflox
Some foods when eaten with Otoflox can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Otoflox
Consumption of alcohol and Otoflox together may have severe effects on your health.
Otoflox 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.
Yes Otoflox is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
No, Otoflox 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.
Yes, Otoflox 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.
Discontinuing Otoflox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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