Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Flolact, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Flolact also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Flolact depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Flolact can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Flolact normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Flolact's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Flolact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Flolact since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flolact are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Flolact may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Flolact is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Flolact 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Is the use of Flolact safe for pregnant women?
Flolact may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Flolact again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Flolact safe during breastfeeding?
Flolact may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Flolact, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Flolact.
What is the effect of Flolact on the Kidneys?
Flolact rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flolact on the Liver?
Side effects of Flolact rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Flolact on the Heart?
Flolact may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Flolact should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flolact unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flolact habit forming or addictive?
Flolact is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Flolact. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Flolact should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Flolact is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flolact
Taking Flolact with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flolact
Consumption of alcohol and Flolact together may have severe effects on your health.
Take Flolact as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes Flolact 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 Flolact 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.
Flolact 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.
Take Flolact if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)