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Of Information

Of is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Of have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Of depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Of can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Of go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Of is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Of's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Of can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Of in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Of contraindications section.

Additionally, Of may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Of is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Of Benefits & Uses

Of is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Of 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

Of Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Of safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Of safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of OF. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Of on the Kidneys?


    OF may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Of on the Liver?


    Side effects of OF rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Of on the Heart?


    OF may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Of with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Of Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Of

  • Is this Of habit forming or addictive?


    Of is not addictive in nature.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Of only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Of is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Of Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Of


    Some foods when eaten with Of can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Of


    Consuming Of with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Of

Question almost 5 years ago

Is OF used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes OF is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 4 years ago

Can OF affect tendons and muscles?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of OF 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does OF cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, OF 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use OF?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

OF 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 almost 5 years ago

Is OF safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, OF 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)

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