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Oflodex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Oflodex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Oflodex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflodex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflodex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Oflodex's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Oflodex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oflodex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Oflodex have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Oflodex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflodex, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflodex 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oflodex is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oflodex safe for pregnant women?
Oflodex may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Oflodex again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oflodex safe during breastfeeding?
Oflodex may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Oflodex, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Oflodex.
What is the effect of Oflodex on the Kidneys?
Oflodex rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflodex on the Liver?
Side effects of Oflodex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oflodex on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflodex on the heart have been reported.
Oflodex 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 Oflodex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflodex habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oflodex has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Oflodex can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Oflodex only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflodex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oflodex
Taking Oflodex with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflodex
Taking alcohol with Oflodex can be dangerous.
Oflodex 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.
Oflodex 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.
Yes, you can take Oflodex 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.
Oflodex 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.
No, Oflodex 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.
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