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Obact Benefits & Uses

Obact is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Obact Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Obact Related Warnings

Is the use of Obact safe for pregnant women?

Obact can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Obact, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Obact safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Obact. Immediately discontinue Obact if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Obact on the Kidneys?

Obact has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Obact on the Liver?

Obact may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Obact on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Obact on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Obact with Other Drugs

Obact should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Obact Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Obact unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Obact

Is this Obact habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Obact is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Obact you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Obact is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Obact for mental disorders.

No

Obact Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Obact

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Obact to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Obact

Taking alcohol with Obact can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Obact

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Obact with metformin?

Take Obact 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Obact?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Obact 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.

Question over 4 years ago

can I take Obact for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can take Obact 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Obact a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Obact is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Obact safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Obact 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.