Oak is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Oak has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Oak depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oak as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Oak are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oak is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Oak related warnings talks about Oak's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Oak is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oak are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Oak with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oak is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oak 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Oak safe for pregnant women?
Oak may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Oak, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oak safe during breastfeeding?
Oak 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 Oak on the Kidneys?
Oak has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oak on the Liver?
Oak has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Oak on the Heart?
Oak has very mild side effects on the heart.
Oak should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oak unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oak habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oak has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oak you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Oak is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oak cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oak
Oak may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oak
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oak as it can have severe side effects.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oak with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Do not take Oak 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.
Yes, long-term use of Oak 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.
No, Oak is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Oak 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.
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