Oflobid Oz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Oflobid Oz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflobid Oz. 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.
Common side effects of Oflobid Oz include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflobid Oz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflobid Oz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Oflobid Oz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Oflobid Oz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflobid Oz related warnings section.
Oflobid Oz is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Stomach Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Oflobid Oz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Oflobid Oz have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oflobid Oz is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Oflobid Oz is used to treat the following -
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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Oflobid Oz safe for pregnant women?
Oflobid OZ may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Oflobid OZ, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflobid Oz safe during breastfeeding?
Oflobid OZ may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Oflobid OZ, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Oflobid OZ.
What is the effect of Oflobid Oz on the Kidneys?
Oflobid OZ is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflobid Oz on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Oflobid OZ. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Oflobid Oz on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Oflobid OZ. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Oflobid Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflobid Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflobid Oz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oflobid Oz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Oflobid Oz since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Oflobid Oz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflobid Oz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oflobid Oz
You can take Oflobid Oz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflobid Oz
Taking Oflobid Oz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Oflobid OZ 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.
Do not take Oflobid OZ 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.
Take Oflobid OZ 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.
Oflobid OZ 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, Oflobid OZ 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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