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Ofray, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Ofray has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Ofray depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ofray have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ofray go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ofray is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ofray related warnings talks about Ofray's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ofray can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ofray in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Ofray are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Ofray may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ofray is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ofray 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ofray is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ofray safe for pregnant women?
Ofray can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ofray, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ofray safe during breastfeeding?
Ofray can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Ofray on the Kidneys?
Ofray rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofray on the Liver?
Side effects of Ofray rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ofray on the Heart?
Ofray is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ofray should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofray unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofray habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ofray.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ofray can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ofray only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ofray for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ofray
Ofray may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofray
Consuming Ofray with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes Ofray 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.
Yes, Ofray is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes, Ofray 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.
Ofray 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.
No, Ofray is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)
