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Oflab 200 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Oflab 200 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflab 200 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Oflab 200 Tablet are Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflab 200 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Oflab 200 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Oflab 200 Tablet has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oflab 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oflab 200 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oflab 200 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Oflab 200 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oflab 200 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oflab 200 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Oflab 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Oflab in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Oflab 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Oflab for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Oflab 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Oflab on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Oflab will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Oflab 200 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Oflab on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Oflab 200 Tablet on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Oflab on the heart, information on safety of Oflab for the heart is unavailable.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflab 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflab 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oflab 200 Tablet.
Interaction between Food and Oflab 200 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Oflab 200 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflab 200 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Oflab 200 Tablet.
Take Oflab as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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