Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet 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
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Vaginal inflammation
Hepatitis
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Polyuria
Rash
Insomnia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
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Drowsiness
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Chills

Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ofloxacin. It is best to stop taking Ofloxacin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Ofloxacin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ofloxacin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ofloxacin.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Ofloxacin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet on the Liver?

Ofloxacin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet on the Heart?

Ofloxacin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet

Is this Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet

Taking Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet

Consuming Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe