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Of Ind Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Of Ind Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Of Ind Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Of Ind Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Of Ind Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Of Ind Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Of Ind Tablet related warnings talks about Of Ind Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Of Ind Tablet 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 Of Ind Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Of Ind Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Of Ind Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Of Ind Tablet 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 Of Ind Tablet safe for pregnant women?
OF Ind may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of OF Ind, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Of Ind Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of OF Ind. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Of Ind Tablet on the Kidneys?
OF Ind has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Of Ind Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of OF Ind on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Of Ind Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of OF Ind rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Of Ind Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Of Ind Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Of Ind Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Of Ind Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Of Ind Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Of Ind Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Of Ind Tablet
Taking Of Ind Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Of Ind Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Of Ind Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes OF Ind 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.
OF Ind 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.
No, OF Ind is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Discontinuing OF Ind 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.
OF Ind 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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