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Oflotas is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension,Tablet,Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Oflotas have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflotas. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oflotas side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflotas are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Oflotas's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Oflotas has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflotas related warnings section.
Oflotas is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Oflotas contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Oflotas with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflotas, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflotas 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Oflotas safe for pregnant women?
Oflotas can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Oflotas right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Oflotas safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oflotas. If you see any side effects, stop taking Oflotas immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oflotas again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflotas on the Kidneys?
Oflotas rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflotas on the Liver?
Oflotas has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Oflotas on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflotas on the heart have been reported.
Oflotas 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 Oflotas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflotas habit forming or addictive?
Oflotas is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflotas, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oflotas can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Oflotas only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflotas cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oflotas
Taking Oflotas with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflotas
Consumption of alcohol and Oflotas together may have severe effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflotas with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Take Oflotas 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.
Yes, Oflotas can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Oflotas is a prescription drug, hence do not take Oflotas without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes Oflotas 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.
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