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Okaflox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Okaflox have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Okaflox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Okaflox have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Okaflox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Okaflox has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Okaflox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Okaflox related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Okaflox since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Okaflox are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Okaflox with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Okaflox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Okaflox 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Okaflox is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Okaflox safe for pregnant women?
Okaflox can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Okaflox right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Okaflox safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Okaflox. Immediately discontinue Okaflox if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Okaflox on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Okaflox on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Okaflox on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Okaflox on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Okaflox on the Heart?
Okaflox has very mild side effects on the heart.
Okaflox 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 Okaflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Okaflox habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Okaflox has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Okaflox can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Okaflox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Okaflox is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Okaflox
Some foods when eaten with Okaflox can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Okaflox
Consuming Okaflox with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, you can take Okaflox 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.
Okaflox is a prescription drug, hence do not take Okaflox without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes Okaflox 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.
Okaflox can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Okaflox is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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