Alof Oz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Alof Oz Benefits & Uses

Alof 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

Alof 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

Alof Oz Related Warnings

Is the use of Alof Oz safe for pregnant women?

Alof Oz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Alof Oz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Alof Oz safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Alof Oz. Immediately discontinue Alof 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 Alof Oz on the Kidneys?

Using Alof Oz does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

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

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Alof Oz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

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

Alof Oz can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Alof Oz with Other Drugs

Alof 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

Alof Oz Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alof Oz

Is this Alof Oz habit forming or addictive?

Alof Oz is not addictive in nature.

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

Alof Oz does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Alof Oz only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Alof Oz in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Alof Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alof Oz

Taking Alof Oz with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alof Oz

Taking alcohol with Alof Oz can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Alof Oz

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Alof Oz?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Alof Oz 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Alof Oz with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alof Oz 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.

Question over 4 years ago

can I take Alof Oz for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can take Alof Oz for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Alof Oz without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Alof Oz with milk?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Alof 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.