Oxa 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oxa is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oxa safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oxa. It is best to stop taking Oxa immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oxa safe during breastfeeding?
Oxa 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 Oxa on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oxa on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oxa on the Liver?
Oxa may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Oxa on the Heart?
Side effects of Oxa rarely affect the heart.
Oxa 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 Oxa unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxa habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oxa has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oxa you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Oxa should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oxa for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oxa
When consumed with certain foods, Oxa may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxa
Taking Oxa with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Oxa 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.
Oxa 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oxa with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
No, Oxa 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.
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