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Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops related warnings talks about Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops safe for pregnant women?
Zenflox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Zenflox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zenflox. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Zenflox on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zenflox on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops on the Heart?
Zenflox has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops
Taking Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops
Consuming Zenflox Eye/Ear Drops with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Zenflox causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Zenflox 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, [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.
Discontinuing Zenflox on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Zenflox is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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