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Qulef Oz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diarrhoea, Dysentery. Secondary and off-label uses of Qulef Oz have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Qulef Oz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Qulef Oz include Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. Normally, these side effects of Qulef Oz are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Qulef Oz has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Qulef Oz related warnings talks about Qulef Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Qulef Oz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Qulef Oz with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Qulef Oz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Qulef Oz 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 Qulef Oz is used -
Common
Is the use of Qulef Oz safe for pregnant women?
Qulef OZ has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Qulef OZ without medical advice.
Is the use of Qulef Oz safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Qulef OZ. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Qulef Oz on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Qulef OZ can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Qulef Oz on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Qulef OZ. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Qulef OZ only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Qulef Oz on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Qulef OZ. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Qulef Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Qulef Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Qulef Oz habit forming or addictive?
Qulef Oz does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Qulef Oz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Qulef Oz only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Qulef Oz is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Qulef Oz
There is no information on the effects of taking Qulef Oz with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Qulef Oz
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Qulef Oz with alcohol will be.
Yes, you can take Qulef OZ for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
Qulef OZ is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.
Yes you can take this Qulef OZ for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.
Yes, Qulef OZ is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes Qulef OZ is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
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