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O Cebran D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Other than this, O Cebran D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of O Cebran D is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
O Cebran D also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, O Cebran D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of O Cebran D 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, O Cebran D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if O Cebran D has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the O Cebran D related warnings section.
O Cebran D is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on O Cebran D contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for O Cebran D have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking O Cebran D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
O Cebran D is used to treat the following -
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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of O Cebran D safe for pregnant women?
O Cebran D can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of O Cebran D safe during breastfeeding?
O Cebran D may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of O Cebran D on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking O Cebran D. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of O Cebran D on the Liver?
O Cebran D 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.
What is the effect of O Cebran D on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of O Cebran D on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
O Cebran D 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 O Cebran D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this O Cebran D habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of O Cebran D has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and O Cebran D
There is no information on the effects of taking O Cebran D with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and O Cebran D
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of O Cebran D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Do not take O Cebran D along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
O Cebran D 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.
O Cebran D 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.
O Cebran D 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking O Cebran D with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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