Ofx 200 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ofx Benefits & Uses

Ofx is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Ofx 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

Ofx Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofx safe for pregnant women?

Ofx can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ofx right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Ofx safe during breastfeeding?

Ofx 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofx on the Kidneys?

Ofx has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofx on the Liver?

Ofx has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofx on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ofx on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ofx with Other Drugs

Ofx 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

Ofx Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofx 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 Ofx

Is this Ofx habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ofx.

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

After taking Ofx you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ofx only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Ofx for mental disorders.

No

Ofx Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofx

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Ofx to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofx

Taking alcohol with Ofx can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ofx

Question about 5 years ago

How does Ofx works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Ofx is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Ofx without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Ofx is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ofx without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

can I take Ofx for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can take Ofx for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Ofx safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ofx 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Ofx?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Ofx should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.