Ofloxacin + Prednisolone Benefits & Uses

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone 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: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (0.3% w/v), Prednisolone (1% w/v)
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (0.3% w/v), Prednisolone (1% w/v)
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (0.3% w/v), Prednisolone (1% w/v)

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ofloxacin + Prednisolone is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction
Electrolyte imbalance
Bone degradation

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Vaginal inflammation
Hepatitis
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Decreased libido
Increased risk of infection
Increased hair growth
Muscle disorders
Excessive sweating

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
Headache
Fragile Skin
Altered menstrual cycle
Absence of Menstrual Periods

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofloxacin + Prednisolone safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Ofloxacin + Prednisolone safely.
Is the use of Ofloxacin + Prednisolone safe during breastfeeding?

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ofloxacin + Prednisolone on the Kidneys?

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ofloxacin + Prednisolone on the Liver?

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone 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 Ofloxacin + Prednisolone on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Ofloxacin + Prednisolone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Severe Interaction of Ofloxacin + Prednisolone with Other Drugs

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Probenecid

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Allergy
Infections
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Diabetes
Tuberculosis (TB)
Heart Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Ofloxacin + Prednisolone

Is this Ofloxacin + Prednisolone habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ofloxacin + Prednisolone.

Ofloxacin + Prednisolone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofloxacin + Prednisolone

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ofloxacin + Prednisolone, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloxacin + Prednisolone

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ofloxacin + Prednisolone with alcohol.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

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