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Oflocin (Laborate) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Oflocin (Laborate) have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Oflocin (Laborate) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflocin (Laborate) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflocin (Laborate) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflocin (Laborate) is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Oflocin (Laborate) related warnings talks about Oflocin (Laborate)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Oflocin (Laborate) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflocin (Laborate) in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oflocin (Laborate) contraindications section.
Besides this, Oflocin (Laborate) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflocin (Laborate), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflocin (Laborate) 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 Oflocin (Laborate) safe for pregnant women?
Oflocin (Laborate) may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Oflocin (Laborate) again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oflocin (Laborate) safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oflocin (Laborate). If you see any side effects, stop taking Oflocin (Laborate) immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oflocin (Laborate) again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflocin (Laborate) on the Kidneys?
Oflocin (Laborate) rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflocin (Laborate) on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflocin (Laborate) on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Oflocin (Laborate) on the Heart?
Oflocin (Laborate) has very mild side effects on the heart.
Oflocin (Laborate) 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 Oflocin (Laborate) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflocin (Laborate) habit forming or addictive?
Oflocin (Laborate) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oflocin (Laborate). So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Oflocin (Laborate) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflocin (Laborate) is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflocin (Laborate)
When consumed with certain foods, Oflocin (Laborate) may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflocin (Laborate)
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oflocin (Laborate) as it can have severe side effects.
Take Oflocin (Laborate) 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.
Oflocin (Laborate) is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
Oflocin (Laborate) 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.
Do not take Oflocin (Laborate) 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.
Oflocin (Laborate) can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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