Oflokay Oz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. The alternative uses of Oflokay Oz have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflokay 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.
The side effects typically associated with Oflokay Oz include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflokay Oz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Oflokay Oz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Oflokay Oz's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oflokay Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease must refrain from the use of Oflokay Oz since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oflokay Oz contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Oflokay Oz with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oflokay Oz is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Oflokay 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Oflokay Oz safe for pregnant women?
Oflokay Oz may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Oflokay Oz, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflokay Oz safe during breastfeeding?
Oflokay Oz 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 Oflokay Oz on the Kidneys?
Oflokay Oz is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflokay Oz on the Liver?
Oflokay Oz may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflokay Oz on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Oflokay Oz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Oflokay 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 Oflokay Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflokay Oz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oflokay Oz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Oflokay Oz does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Oflokay Oz is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflokay Oz is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflokay Oz
Taking Oflokay Oz with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflokay Oz
Consuming Oflokay Oz with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Take Oflokay Oz as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, you can take Oflokay Oz for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Oflokay Oz 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.
Yes, long-term use of Oflokay Oz 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.
Oflokay Oz 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.
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