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Omeflox Eye Drop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Omeflox Eye Drop have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Omeflox Eye Drop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Omeflox Eye Drop as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Omeflox Eye Drop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Omeflox Eye Drop is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Omeflox Eye Drop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Omeflox Eye Drop related warnings section.
Omeflox Eye Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Omeflox Eye Drop in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Omeflox Eye Drop have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Omeflox Eye Drop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Omeflox Eye Drop, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Omeflox Eye Drop 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 Omeflox Eye Drop is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omeflox Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Omeflox may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Omeflox again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Omeflox Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Omeflox. Immediately discontinue Omeflox if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Omeflox Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Omeflox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Omeflox Eye Drop on the Liver?
Omeflox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Omeflox Eye Drop on the Heart?
Omeflox has very mild side effects on the heart.
Omeflox Eye Drop 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 Omeflox Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omeflox Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Omeflox Eye Drop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Omeflox Eye Drop as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Omeflox Eye Drop should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omeflox Eye Drop cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Omeflox Eye Drop
Some foods when eaten with Omeflox Eye Drop can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omeflox Eye Drop
Consuming Omeflox Eye Drop with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Take Omeflox as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Omeflox is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
Yes, Omeflox 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.
No, Omeflox is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
No, Omeflox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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