Oflovel Oz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Oflovel Oz Information

Oflovel Oz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Oflovel Oz have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Oflovel Oz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Oflovel Oz are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflovel Oz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflovel Oz are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflovel Oz is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Oflovel Oz related warnings talks about Oflovel Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Oflovel 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 Oflovel Oz have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Oflovel Oz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oflovel Oz is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Oflovel Oz Benefits & Uses
Oflovel Oz Dosage & How to Take
Oflovel Oz Side Effects
Oflovel Oz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Oflovel Oz with Other Drugs
Oflovel Oz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Oflovel Oz
Oflovel Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Oflovel Oz Benefits & Uses

Oflovel Oz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear Infection
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Amebiasis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear canal infection
Skin Infections
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool

Oflovel Oz Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (100 mg), Ornidazole (250 mg)/Tablet, dose for children 8 - 12 years old
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet

Oflovel Oz Related Warnings

Is the use of Oflovel Oz safe for pregnant women?

Oflovel OZ can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Oflovel OZ, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Oflovel Oz safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oflovel OZ. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oflovel Oz on the Kidneys?

Using Oflovel OZ does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Oflovel Oz on the Liver?

Oflovel 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oflovel Oz on the Heart?

Oflovel OZ may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Oflovel Oz with Other Drugs

Oflovel Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Escitalopram

Warfarin

Quinidine

Moderate

Aspirin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Vecuronium

Oflovel Oz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflovel Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Oflovel Oz

Is this Oflovel Oz habit forming or addictive?

Oflovel Oz is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Oflovel Oz as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Oflovel Oz should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Oflovel Oz for mental disorders.

No

Oflovel Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oflovel Oz

Taking Oflovel Oz with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflovel Oz

Taking alcohol with Oflovel Oz can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Oflovel Oz

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Oflovel OZ with metformin?

Take Oflovel 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Oflovel OZ?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Oflovel 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Oflovel OZ for sinus infection?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Oflovel 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Oflovel OZ with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Oflovel 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Oflovel OZ affect tendons and muscles?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Oflovel 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.