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O Q M, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. O Q M also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of O Q M depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 O Q M are Headache. Some other side effects of O Q M have been listed ahead. Such side effects of O Q M 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 O Q M has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if O Q M has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the O Q M related warnings section.
O Q M 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 O Q M have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for O Q M 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 Q M is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
O Q M 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
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Is the use of O Q M safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take O Q M without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of O Q M safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of O Q M. Immediately discontinue O Q 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 O Q M on the Kidneys?
O Q M rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of O Q M on the Liver?
O Q M has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of O Q M on the Heart?
Side effects of O Q M rarely affect the heart.
O Q M 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 Q M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this O Q M habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of O Q M has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and O Q M
You can take O Q M with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and O Q M
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking O Q M as it can have severe side effects.
No, O Q M is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Yes, O Q M 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.
Yes, long-term use of O Q 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.
Yes O Q 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, O Q M 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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