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Oflxcin Suspension is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Oflxcin Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Oflxcin Suspension is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oflxcin Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflxcin Suspension 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.
In addition, Oflxcin Suspension's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Oflxcin Suspension related warnings talks about Oflxcin Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Oflxcin Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Oflxcin Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Oflxcin Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflxcin Suspension, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflxcin 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 Oflxcin Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Oflxcin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Oflxcin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oflxcin Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oflxcin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Oflxcin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oflxcin again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflxcin Suspension on the Kidneys?
Oflxcin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflxcin Suspension on the Liver?
Oflxcin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Oflxcin Suspension on the Heart?
Side effects of Oflxcin rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflxcin Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflxcin Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Oflxcin Suspension does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflxcin Suspension, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oflxcin Suspension can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Oflxcin Suspension only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Oflxcin Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Oflxcin Suspension
Oflxcin Suspension may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflxcin Suspension
Consuming Oflxcin Suspension with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes Oflxcin 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.
Take Oflxcin 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflxcin 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.
No, Oflxcin does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Yes, long-term use of Oflxcin 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.
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