Loobid Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Loobid Tablet Benefits & Uses

Loobid Tablet 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

Loobid Tablet 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

Loobid Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Loobid Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Loobid Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Using Loobid does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Loobid Tablet on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Loobid Tablet on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Loobid Tablet Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Loobid Tablet

Is this Loobid Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Loobid Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

Loobid Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Loobid Tablet 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?

No, Loobid Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Loobid Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loobid Tablet

It is safe to take Loobid Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Loobid Tablet

Taking Loobid Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Loobid Tablet

Question over 4 years ago

can I take Loobid for UTI infection?

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

Yes, you can take Loobid 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Loobid a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Loobid is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Loobid safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Loobid is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Loobid?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Take Loobid as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Loobid for sinus infection?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Loobid is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.