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Open Information

Open is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Open depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.


Open Benefits & Uses

Open is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Open 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

Open Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Open is used -

Severe

  • Allergic reaction

Moderate

Mild

Open Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Open safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Open safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Open. If you see any side effects, stop taking Open immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Open again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Open on the Kidneys?


    Open rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Open on the Liver?


    Side effects of Open rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Open on the Heart?


    Open is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Open with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Mild


Open Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Open

  • Is this Open habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Open.

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


    After taking Open, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Open can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Open only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, the use of Open in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Open Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Open


    When consumed with certain foods, Open may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Open


    Taking Open with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Open

Question over 6 years ago

Is Open a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Open is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.

Question over 6 years ago

Does Open cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Open causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 7 years ago

How does Open works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Open 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 over 6 years ago

can I take Open for UTI infection?

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

Yes, you can take Open 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 7 years ago

Can I take Open with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Open 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.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

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