Lofel O

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  • Contains / Salt: Levofloxacin (250 mg) + Ornidazole (500 mg)
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Lofel O Information

Lofel O, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Diarrhoea, Dysentery. Lofel O also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Lofel O depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Lofel O include Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. These side effects of Lofel O are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

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

Other contraindications of Lofel O have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Lofel O may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lofel O is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Lofel O Benefits & Uses

Lofel O is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lofel O 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


Lofel O Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lofel O is used -

Common

Lofel O Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lofel O safe for pregnant women?


    Lofel O shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Lofel O safe during breastfeeding?


    Lofel O may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Lofel O, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Lofel O.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Lofel O on the Kidneys?


    Lofel O may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Lofel O on the Liver?


    Lofel O may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Lofel O on the Heart?


    The heart can be affected by Lofel O. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Lofel O with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Lofel O Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Lofel O

  • Is this Lofel O habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Lofel O.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lofel O as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Lofel O is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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


    No, the use of Lofel O in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Lofel O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lofel O


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Lofel O, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lofel O


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lofel O and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Lofel O

Question about 5 years ago

How does Lofel O work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Lofel O 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 4 years ago

Can I take Lofel O for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Lofel O for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.

Question almost 5 years ago

can I take Lofel O for UTI infection?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can take Lofel O for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Lofel O?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Lofel O should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lofel O with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Lofel O along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839

Package leaflet Information for the user [Internet]: Levofloxacin 250mg and 500mg Tablets. actavis

Highlights of Prescribing Information [Internet]: LEVAQUIN® (levofloxacin) Tablets. Initial U.S. Approval: 1996

Consumer Medicine Information [Internet]: ARROW – ORNIDAZOLE. Teva Pharma (New Zealand) Limited



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