Oflab 400 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Oflab 400 Tablet Information

Oflab 400 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Oflab 400 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflab 400 Tablet. 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.

Common side effects of Oflab 400 Tablet include Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. While these are the most often observed Oflab 400 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflab 400 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Oflab 400 Tablet's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Oflab 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oflab 400 Tablet related warnings section.

Oflab 400 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflab 400 Tablet in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Oflab 400 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Oflab 400 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Oflab 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Oflab Benefits & Uses
Oflab Dosage & How to Take
Oflab Side Effects
Oflab Related Warnings
Oflab Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Oflab
Oflab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Oflab 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Oflab 400 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Bacterial Infections
Prostatitis
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Skin Infections
Gonorrhea

Oflab 400 Tablet 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: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg ofloxacin and 60 million spores lactobacillus
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg ofloxacin and 60 million spores lactobacillus

Oflab 400 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Oflab 400 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 400 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 400 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 400 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 400 Tablet on the Heart?

Information about safety of Oflab for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Oflab 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflab 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

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

Frequently asked Questions about Oflab 400 Tablet

Is this Oflab 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Oflab 400 Tablet has not been reported.

Oflab 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oflab 400 Tablet

There is no information on the effects of taking Oflab 400 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflab 400 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Oflab 400 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Oflab 400 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Oflab?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Take Oflab as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Oflab works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Oflab?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 4 years ago

can I take Oflab for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Oflab used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

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.