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Oflomac Suspension 60ml is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Oflomac Suspension 60ml have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Oflomac Suspension 60ml depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflomac Suspension 60ml can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflomac Suspension 60ml go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Oflomac Suspension 60ml has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Oflomac Suspension 60ml related warnings talks about Oflomac Suspension 60ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Oflomac Suspension 60ml can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflomac Suspension 60ml in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Oflomac Suspension 60ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Oflomac Suspension 60ml may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oflomac Suspension 60ml is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Oflomac Suspension 60ml 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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Is the use of Oflomac Suspension 60ml safe for pregnant women?
Oflomac can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Oflomac right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Oflomac Suspension 60ml safe during breastfeeding?
Oflomac 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 Oflomac Suspension 60ml on the Kidneys?
Oflomac rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflomac Suspension 60ml on the Liver?
Side effects of Oflomac rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oflomac Suspension 60ml on the Heart?
Oflomac has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflomac Suspension 60ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflomac Suspension 60ml habit forming or addictive?
Oflomac Suspension 60ml is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflomac Suspension 60ml you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Oflomac Suspension 60ml should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oflomac Suspension 60ml for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflomac Suspension 60ml
Oflomac Suspension 60ml may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflomac Suspension 60ml
Taking alcohol with Oflomac Suspension 60ml can be dangerous.
Oflomac 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.
Oflomac 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, Oflomac 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.
No, Oflomac is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Take Oflomac 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.
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