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Ofran 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
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Is the use of Ofran safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ofran. It is best to stop taking Ofran immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ofran safe during breastfeeding?
Ofran 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 Ofran on the Kidneys?
Ofran rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofran on the Liver?
Ofran has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ofran on the Heart?
Ofran has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ofran 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 Ofran unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofran habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ofran.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ofran as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ofran only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ofran for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ofran
Some foods when eaten with Ofran can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofran
Consuming Ofran with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Ofran 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.
Ofran should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
No, Ofran does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Take Ofran as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Ofran is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ofran without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
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