Mark O: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mark O Information

Mark O is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Mark O have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Mark O depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Mark O side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Mark O normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Mark O has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Mark O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mark O related warnings section.

Mark O 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 Mark O have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Mark O may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Mark O is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Mark O Benefits & Uses

Mark O is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Mark O 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Mark O Related Warnings

Is the use of Mark O safe for pregnant women?

Mark O may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Mark O, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Mark O safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Mark O. If you see any side effects, stop taking Mark O immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Mark O again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mark O on the Kidneys?

Mark O rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Mark O on the Liver?

Mark O may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mark O on the Heart?

Mark O is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mark O with Other Drugs

Mark O 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

Mark O Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Mark O

Is this Mark O habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Mark O is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mark O as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Mark O only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Mark O is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Mark O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mark O

Taking Mark O with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Mark O

Taking Mark O with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Mark O

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Mark O with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Mark O 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

Is Mark O a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Mark O is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Mark O cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Mark O 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Mark O?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Mark O 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Mark O safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mark O is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.