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Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflacin 400 Mg 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 Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Oflacin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Oflacin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Oflacin. Immediately discontinue Oflacin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Oflacin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflacin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Oflacin is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet
Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Oflacin 400 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflacin 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.
Oflacin can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Discontinuing Oflacin 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.
Do not take Oflacin 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.
No, Oflacin does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
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