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Ototop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Ototop has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ototop. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ototop as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Ototop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ototop is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Ototop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ototop related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Ototop since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ototop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Ototop have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ototop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ototop 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ototop is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ototop safe for pregnant women?
Ototop may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ototop, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ototop safe during breastfeeding?
Ototop may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ototop on the Kidneys?
Ototop may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ototop on the Liver?
Ototop is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ototop on the Heart?
Ototop is not harmful for the heart.
Ototop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ototop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ototop habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ototop.
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 Ototop can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ototop is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ototop is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ototop
When consumed with certain foods, Ototop may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ototop
Taking Ototop and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Ototop is a brand name of levofloxacin. 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.
Ototop 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.
Yes, you can take Ototop for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Ototop for the above- mentioned infection.
Ototop is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ototop without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Take Ototop as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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