Oflokem 2 Infusion: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Oflokem Information

Oflokem is a prescription drug, available for use as Infusion,Tablet,Syrup,Drops,Suspension. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Oflokem also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Oflokem is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Some other side effects of Oflokem have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Oflokem are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Oflokem's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Oflokem has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflokem related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oflokem since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oflokem contraindications section.

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

You should also be aware that Oflokem is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Oflokem Benefits & Uses
Oflokem Dosage & How to Take
Oflokem Side Effects
Oflokem Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Oflokem with Other Drugs
Oflokem Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Oflokem
Oflokem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Oflokem Benefits & Uses

Oflokem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Oflokem 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

Oflokem Related Warnings

Is the use of Oflokem safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oflokem. It is best to stop taking Oflokem immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Oflokem safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oflokem. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oflokem on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Oflokem on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Oflokem on the Liver?

Side effects of Oflokem rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Oflokem on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Oflokem on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Oflokem with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Oflokem Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Oflokem

Is this Oflokem habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Oflokem has not been reported.

No
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 Oflokem can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Oflokem only as per medical advice.

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

No, Oflokem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Oflokem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oflokem

When consumed with certain foods, Oflokem may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflokem

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oflokem as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Oflokem

Question about 5 years ago

Does Oflokem contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Oflokem does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oflokem without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Oflokem is a prescription drug, hence do not take Oflokem without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oflokem with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oflokem can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Oflokem safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oflokem is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Oflokem for sinus infection?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Oflokem 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.