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Oflab 100 DT Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Oflab 100 DT Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflab 100 DT Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Oflab 100 DT Tablet are Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. Some other side effects of Oflab 100 DT Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Oflab 100 DT Tablet 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.
Oflab 100 DT Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Oflab 100 DT Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflab 100 DT Tablet related warnings section.
Oflab 100 DT Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflab 100 DT Tablet in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Oflab 100 DT Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Oflab 100 DT Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflab 100 DT Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflab 100 DT Tablet 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Oflab 100 DT Tablet safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Oflab will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Oflab 100 DT Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Oflab for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Oflab 100 DT Tablet on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Oflab on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Oflab 100 DT Tablet on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Oflab on the liver, information on safety of Oflab for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Oflab 100 DT Tablet on the Heart?
Information about safety of Oflab for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflab 100 DT Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflab 100 DT Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oflab 100 DT Tablet has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Oflab 100 DT Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Oflab 100 DT Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflab 100 DT Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Oflab 100 DT Tablet with alcohol will be.
Take Oflab as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Oflab 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.
Oflab 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.
Yes, you can take Oflab for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Yes Oflab 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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