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O, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of O have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of O depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Some other side effects of O have been listed ahead. Such side effects of O normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that O has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the O related warnings section.
O is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of O have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of O with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that O is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
O 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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Is the use of O safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from O Tablet. It is best to stop taking O Tablet immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of O safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of O Tablet. Immediately discontinue O Tablet if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of O on the Kidneys?
O Tablet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of O on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of O Tablet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of O on the Heart?
O Tablet has very mild side effects on the heart.
O 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 O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this O habit forming or addictive?
O is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking O, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as O can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
O is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, O cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and O
Some foods when eaten with O can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and O
Taking O with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes O Tablet 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.
Yes, O Tablet is safe to use, if taken in the 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.
Yes, you can take O Tablet 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.
Do not take O Tablet 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.
Take O Tablet if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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