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Oflact M Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Oflact M Syrup has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Oflact M Syrup is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Oflact M Syrup are Headache. While these are the most often observed Oflact M Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflact M Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Oflact M Syrup has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Oflact M Syrup related warnings talks about Oflact M Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Oflact M Syrup 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 contraindications of Oflact M Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Oflact M Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflact M Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflact M Syrup 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.
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Is the use of Oflact M Syrup safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Oflact M in pregnant women.
Is the use of Oflact M Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Oflact M. Immediately discontinue Oflact M 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 Oflact M Syrup on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflact M on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oflact M Syrup on the Liver?
Oflact M has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Oflact M Syrup on the Heart?
Oflact M may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflact M Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflact M Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Oflact M Syrup is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Oflact M Syrup
Taking Oflact M Syrup with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflact M Syrup
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oflact M Syrup as it can have severe side effects.
Yes Oflact M 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.
Yes, you can take Oflact M 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, Oflact M 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.
No, Oflact M is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Yes, long-term use of Oflact M can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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