Ozirax 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.
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Is the use of Ozirax safe for pregnant women?
Ozirax can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ozirax right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ozirax safe during breastfeeding?
Ozirax 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 Ozirax on the Kidneys?
Ozirax is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ozirax on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ozirax. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ozirax only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ozirax on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Ozirax. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Ozirax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ozirax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ozirax habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ozirax has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ozirax as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ozirax should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ozirax is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ozirax
It is safe to take Ozirax with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ozirax
Consuming Ozirax with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ozirax 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.
Do not take Ozirax along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes, you can take Ozirax 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.
Ozirax 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.
Yes, long-term use of Ozirax 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.
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