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Oflotas Suspension is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Oflotas Suspension have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Oflotas Suspension is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oflotas Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflotas Suspension 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.
Oflotas Suspension's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Oflotas Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oflotas Suspension related warnings section.
Oflotas Suspension is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oflotas Suspension are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Oflotas Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oflotas Suspension is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Oflotas Suspension 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 Oflotas Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Oflotas can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Oflotas right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Oflotas Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oflotas. If you see any side effects, stop taking Oflotas immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oflotas again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflotas Suspension on the Kidneys?
Oflotas rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflotas Suspension on the Liver?
Oflotas has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Oflotas Suspension on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflotas on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflotas Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflotas Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Oflotas Suspension is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflotas Suspension, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oflotas Suspension can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Oflotas Suspension only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflotas Suspension cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oflotas Suspension
Taking Oflotas Suspension with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflotas Suspension
Consumption of alcohol and Oflotas Suspension together may have severe effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflotas 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.
Take Oflotas 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, Oflotas can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Oflotas is a prescription drug, hence do not take Oflotas without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes Oflotas 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.
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