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Oflatoon is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Oflatoon also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Oflatoon 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflatoon can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflatoon go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Oflatoon has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Oflatoon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oflatoon related warnings section.
Oflatoon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflatoon in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oflatoon contraindications section.
Besides this, Oflatoon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Oflatoon is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Oflatoon 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 Oflatoon safe for pregnant women?
Oflatoon can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Oflatoon, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oflatoon safe during breastfeeding?
Oflatoon may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Oflatoon, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Oflatoon.
What is the effect of Oflatoon on the Kidneys?
Oflatoon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflatoon on the Liver?
Oflatoon is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Oflatoon on the Heart?
Oflatoon may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Oflatoon 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 Oflatoon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflatoon habit forming or addictive?
Oflatoon does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflatoon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oflatoon can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Oflatoon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oflatoon for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflatoon
Taking Oflatoon with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflatoon
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oflatoon as it can have severe side effects.
Oflatoon 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.
Take Oflatoon 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.
Yes, long-term use of Oflatoon 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, Oflatoon is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Do not take Oflatoon 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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