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Octoflox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Octoflox have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Octoflox 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Octoflox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Octoflox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Octoflox has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Octoflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Octoflox related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Octoflox since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Octoflox are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Octoflox with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Octoflox is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Octoflox 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Octoflox safe for pregnant women?
Octoflox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Octoflox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Octoflox safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Octoflox. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Octoflox on the Kidneys?
Octoflox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Octoflox on the Liver?
Octoflox has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Octoflox on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Octoflox on the heart have been reported.
Octoflox 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 Octoflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Octoflox habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Octoflox.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Octoflox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Octoflox is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Octoflox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Octoflox
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Octoflox to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Octoflox
Consumption of alcohol and Octoflox together may have severe effects on your health.
Octoflox 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.
Yes, long-term use of Octoflox 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.
No, Octoflox does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Take Octoflox 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.
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