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Ot is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Ot has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ot depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ot have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ot are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ot's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ot related warnings talks about Ot's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ot 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 Ot are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Ot may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ot is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ot is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ot is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ot safe for pregnant women?
Ot may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ot, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ot safe during breastfeeding?
Ot 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 Ot on the Kidneys?
Ot rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ot on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ot on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ot on the Heart?
Ot is not harmful for the heart.
Ot should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ot unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ot habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ot is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Ot
Taking Ot with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ot
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ot as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Ot 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.
Ot is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ot without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, Ot 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.
Ot 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.
Ot 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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