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

Oq Information

Oq is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Oq have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oq. 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.

Some other side effects of Oq have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Oq normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oq is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Oq's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oq related warnings section.

Oq is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oq are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Oq may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Oq, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Oq Benefits & Uses
Oq Dosage & How to Take
Oq Side Effects
Oq Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Oq with Other Drugs
Oq Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Oq
Oq Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Oq Benefits & Uses

Oq 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)

Oq 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

Oq Related Warnings

Is the use of Oq safe for pregnant women?

Oq can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Oq, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Oq safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Oq on the Kidneys?

Oq may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Oq on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Oq on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Oq on the Heart?

Oq is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Oq with Other Drugs

Oq 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

Oq Contraindications

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

Is this Oq habit forming or addictive?

Oq does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Oq is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Oq is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Oq Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oq

Some foods when eaten with Oq can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Oq

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oq as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Oq

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Oq without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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

Question over 4 years ago

Is Oq a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Oq with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oq 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Oq affect tendons and muscles?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Oq 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Oq?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Oq 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.