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Lofel O, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diarrhoea, Dysentery. Lofel O also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Lofel O depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Common side effects of Lofel O include Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. These side effects of Lofel O are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lofel O is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Lofel O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lofel O related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Lofel O have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Lofel O may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lofel O is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lofel O 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lofel O is used -
Common
Is the use of Lofel O safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lofel O. If you are pregnant, do not take Lofel O without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lofel O safe during breastfeeding?
Lofel O 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 Lofel O on the Kidneys?
Use of Lofel O may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Lofel O on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Lofel O. 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.
What is the effect of Lofel O on the Heart?
Lofel O 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.
Lofel O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lofel O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lofel O habit forming or addictive?
Lofel O is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lofel O. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Lofel O is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lofel O for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lofel O
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Lofel O together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lofel O
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lofel O and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, you can take Lofel O for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
Yes, Lofel O can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Discontinuing Lofel O on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Lofel 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Lofel O with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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