Ofwin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ofwin Information

Ofwin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Ofwin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ofwin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Ofwin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ofwin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ofwin is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ofwin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ofwin related warnings section.

Ofwin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ofwin in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Ofwin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Ofwin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

Ofwin Benefits & Uses
Ofwin Dosage & How to Take
Ofwin Side Effects
Ofwin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ofwin with Other Drugs
Ofwin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ofwin
Ofwin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ofwin Benefits & Uses

Ofwin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Ofwin 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

Ofwin Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofwin safe for pregnant women?

Ofwin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ofwin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Ofwin safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofwin on the Kidneys?

Ofwin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofwin on the Liver?

Ofwin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofwin on the Heart?

Side effects of Ofwin rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ofwin with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Ofwin Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Ofwin

Is this Ofwin habit forming or addictive?

Ofwin does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Ofwin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ofwin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Ofwin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Ofwin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ofwin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofwin

When consumed with certain foods, Ofwin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofwin

Consumption of alcohol and Ofwin together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ofwin

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Ofwin safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ofwin 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ofwin cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Ofwin 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 over 4 years ago

Can Ofwin affect tendons and muscles?

Dr. , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Ofwin 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 about 5 years ago

Does Ofwin cause stomach upset?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Ofwin works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Ofwin 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.