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Flag Benefits & Uses

Flag is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear Infection
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Amebiasis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear canal infection
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool (Read More - How to Treat Blood in Stool at Home Safely)

Flag 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	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: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	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: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (100 mg), Ornidazole (250 mg)/Tablet, dose for children 8 - 12 years old
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: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
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: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet

Flag Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flag is used -

Severe

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Pain with urination

Common

पेट दर्द
Nausea or vomiting
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Flag Related Warnings

Is the use of Flag safe for pregnant women?

Flag can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Flag, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Flag safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Flag. Immediately discontinue Flag if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flag on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Flag on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Flag on the Liver?

Flag may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flag on the Heart?

Flag may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Flag with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Escitalopram

Warfarin

Quinidine

Moderate

Aspirin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Vecuronium

Flag Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Flag

Is this Flag habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Flag has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Flag since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Flag only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Flag is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Flag Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flag

Taking Flag with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flag

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Flag

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Flag?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Flag should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flag cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Flag 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 Flag with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Flag can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

can I take Flag for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can take Flag 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Flag works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Flag 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.