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Acflox Oz Information

Acflox Oz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Acflox Oz have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Acflox Oz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Acflox Oz are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acflox Oz as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acflox Oz are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acflox Oz is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Acflox Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Acflox Oz related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease must refrain from the use of Acflox Oz since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Acflox Oz contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Acflox Oz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acflox Oz is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Acflox Oz Benefits & Uses
Acflox Oz Dosage & How to Take
Acflox Oz Side Effects
Acflox Oz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Acflox Oz with Other Drugs
Acflox Oz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Acflox Oz
Acflox Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Acflox Oz Benefits & Uses

Acflox Oz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear Infection
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Amebiasis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear canal infection
Skin Infections
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool

Acflox Oz Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (100 mg), Ornidazole (250 mg)/Tablet, dose for children 8 - 12 years old
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet

Acflox Oz Related Warnings

Is the use of Acflox Oz safe for pregnant women?

Acflox OZ may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Acflox OZ again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Acflox Oz safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Acflox OZ. Immediately discontinue Acflox OZ if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Acflox Oz on the Kidneys?

Acflox OZ does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Acflox Oz on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Acflox OZ. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Acflox Oz on the Heart?

Acflox OZ may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Acflox Oz with Other Drugs

Acflox Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Escitalopram

Warfarin

Quinidine

Moderate

Aspirin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Vecuronium

Acflox Oz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acflox Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Acflox Oz

Is this Acflox Oz habit forming or addictive?

Acflox Oz is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Acflox Oz as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Acflox Oz should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Acflox Oz is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Acflox Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acflox Oz

You can take Acflox Oz with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Acflox Oz

Taking alcohol with Acflox Oz can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Acflox Oz

Question over 5 years ago

What is Acflox OZ?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Acflox OZ is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Acflox OZ with milk?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Acflox OZ along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Acflox OZ works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Acflox OZ 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Acflox OZ with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Acflox OZ 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Acflox OZ without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Acflox OZ is a prescription drug, hence do not take Acflox OZ without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.