Ociz 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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Is the use of Ociz safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ociz. It is best to stop taking Ociz immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ociz safe during breastfeeding?
Ociz 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 Ociz on the Kidneys?
Ociz rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ociz on the Liver?
Side effects of Ociz rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ociz on the Heart?
Ociz may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ociz 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 Ociz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ociz habit forming or addictive?
Ociz is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ociz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ociz only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ociz in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ociz
Ociz may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ociz
Taking alcohol with Ociz can be dangerous.
Yes, long-term use of Ociz 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, Ociz is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Ociz is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Take Ociz 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.
Ociz 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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