Endif O is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Endif O has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Endif O 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Endif O are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Endif O can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Endif O go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Endif O has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Endif O related warnings talks about Endif O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Endif O can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Endif O in conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease. The section on Endif O contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Endif O may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Endif O is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Endif O is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Endif O safe for pregnant women?
Endif O may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Endif O again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Endif O safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Endif O. Immediately discontinue Endif O if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Endif O on the Kidneys?
Using Endif O does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Endif O on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Endif O. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Endif O only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Endif O on the Heart?
Endif O 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.
Endif O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Endif O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Endif O habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Endif O is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Endif O as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Endif O only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Endif O is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Endif O
Taking Endif O with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Endif O
Taking alcohol with Endif O can be dangerous.
No, Endif O is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Take Endif O as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Endif O 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.
Endif O 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.
Yes, long-term use of Endif O can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
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