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Oftacin Oz is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Oftacin Oz safe for pregnant women?
Oftacin Oz may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Oftacin Oz again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oftacin Oz safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oftacin Oz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oftacin Oz on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Oftacin Oz on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oftacin Oz on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Oftacin Oz. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Oftacin Oz only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Oftacin Oz on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Oftacin Oz. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Oftacin Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oftacin Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oftacin Oz habit forming or addictive?
Oftacin Oz does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Oftacin Oz as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Oftacin Oz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oftacin Oz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oftacin Oz
It is safe to take Oftacin Oz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oftacin Oz
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oftacin Oz as it can have severe side effects.
Take Oftacin Oz as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Oftacin Oz causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Oftacin Oz 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.
Oftacin Oz 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.
Yes, long-term use of Oftacin Oz can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
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