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Floxzen Oz Information

Floxzen Oz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Suspension. Floxzen Oz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Floxzen Oz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Floxzen Oz also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Floxzen Oz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Floxzen Oz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Floxzen Oz's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Floxzen Oz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Floxzen Oz related warnings section.

Floxzen Oz is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Stomach Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Floxzen Oz contraindications section.

Additionally, Floxzen Oz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Floxzen Oz is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Floxzen Oz Benefits & Uses

Floxzen 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

Floxzen 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

Floxzen Oz Related Warnings

Is the use of Floxzen Oz safe for pregnant women?

Floxzen OZ may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Floxzen OZ, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Floxzen Oz safe during breastfeeding?

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

There are no side effects of Floxzen OZ on the kidneys.

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

The liver can be affected by Floxzen OZ. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Floxzen OZ only after medical advice.

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

The heart can be affected by Floxzen OZ. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Floxzen Oz with Other Drugs

Floxzen 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

Floxzen Oz Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Floxzen Oz

Is this Floxzen Oz habit forming or addictive?

Floxzen Oz does not cause addiction.

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

Floxzen Oz will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Floxzen Oz is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Floxzen Oz is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Floxzen Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Floxzen Oz

You can take Floxzen Oz with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxzen Oz

Taking Floxzen Oz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Floxzen Oz

Question over 4 years ago

Does Floxzen OZ contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Floxzen OZ 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Floxzen OZ used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Floxzen OZ 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Floxzen OZ with metformin?

Take Floxzen OZ 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Floxzen OZ with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Floxzen 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Floxzen OZ without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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