Oflab 400 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Oflab 400 Tablet Information

Oflab 400 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Oflab 400 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflab 400 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Oflab 400 Tablet include Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. While these are the most often observed Oflab 400 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflab 400 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Oflab 400 Tablet's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Oflab 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oflab 400 Tablet related warnings section.

Oflab 400 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflab 400 Tablet in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Oflab 400 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Oflab 400 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Oflab 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Oflab 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Oflab 400 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Bacterial Infections
Prostatitis
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Gonorrhea

Oflab 400 Tablet 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
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg ofloxacin and 60 million spores lactobacillus
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg ofloxacin and 60 million spores lactobacillus

Oflab 400 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oflab 400 Tablet is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction
Visual impairment
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Bronchospasm
Hearing Loss

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Vaginal inflammation
Hepatitis
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Polyuria
Rash
Insomnia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट की गैस
Drowsiness
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Chills

Common

Abdominal cramp
Soft stools

Oflab 400 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Oflab 400 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 400 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 400 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 400 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 400 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.

Severe Interaction of Oflab 400 Tablet with Other Drugs

Oflab 400 Tablet 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

Oflab 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflab 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

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

Frequently asked Questions about Oflab 400 Tablet

Is this Oflab 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Oflab 400 Tablet.

Oflab 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oflab 400 Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Oflab 400 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflab 400 Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Oflab 400 Tablet.

Frequently asked Questions about Oflab 400 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Oflab contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Oflab 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

Does Oflab cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Oflab causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oflab for sinus infection?

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

Oflab 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Oflab?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Take Oflab as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Oflab without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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