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Oflobact is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Oflobact also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Oflobact depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oflobact as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflobact 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflobact is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Oflobact related warnings talks about Oflobact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Oflobact can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflobact in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Oflobact contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Oflobact may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oflobact is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oflobact 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Oflobact safe for pregnant women?
Oflobact can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Oflobact, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oflobact safe during breastfeeding?
Oflobact 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 Oflobact on the Kidneys?
Oflobact has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflobact on the Liver?
Oflobact has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Oflobact on the Heart?
Oflobact has very mild side effects on the heart.
Oflobact 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 Oflobact unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflobact habit forming or addictive?
Oflobact does not cause addiction.
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 Oflobact can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Oflobact only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflobact cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oflobact
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Oflobact to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflobact
Consuming Oflobact with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Oflobact 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.
Yes, long-term use of Oflobact 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.
Discontinuing Oflobact on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Oflobact 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.
Oflobact 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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