Of &Amp; Or Information
Of &Amp; Or is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Of &Amp; Or have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Of &Amp; Or. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Of &Amp; Or include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Of &Amp; Or side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Of &Amp; Or are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Of &Amp; Or has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Of &Amp; Or's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Of &Amp; Or related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease must refrain from the use of Of &Amp; Or since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Of &Amp; Or contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Of &Amp; Or with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Of &Amp; Or is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Of &Amp; Or Benefits & Uses
Of &Amp; Or is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
- Ear Infection
- Giardiasis
- Trichomoniasis
- Bacterial Vaginosis
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Amebiasis
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Ear canal infection
- Skin Infections
- Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
- Ringing in ears
- Dysentery
- Blood in Stool
Of &Amp; Or 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Of &Amp; Or Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Of &Amp; Or is used -
Severe
- Dizziness
- Pain with urination
Common
- पेट दर्द
- Nausea or vomiting
- Skin Rash
Of &Amp; Or Related Warnings
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Is the use of Of &Amp; Or safe for pregnant women?
Of &Amp; Or can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Of &Amp; Or right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Of &Amp; Or safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Of &Amp; Or. Immediately discontinue Of &Amp; Or if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Of &Amp; Or on the Kidneys?
Using Of &Amp; Or does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Of &Amp; Or on the Liver?
Of &Amp; Or 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.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Of &Amp; Or on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Of &Amp; Or. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Of &Amp; Or with Other Drugs
Of &Amp; Or should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Of &Amp; Or Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Of &Amp; Or unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Stomach Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Of &Amp; Or
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Is this Of &Amp; Or habit forming or addictive?
Of &Amp; Or does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Of &Amp; Or since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Of &Amp; Or should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Of &Amp; Or in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Of &Amp; Or Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Of &Amp; Or
Taking Of &Amp; Or with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Of &Amp; Or
Consuming Of &Amp; Or with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Of &Amp; Or
Question almost 6 years ago
What is Of &Amp; Or?
Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician
Of &Amp; Or 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
Can I discontinue Of &Amp; Or on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician
Discontinuing Of &Amp; Or on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Of &Amp; Or with milk?
Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician
Do not take Of &Amp; Or 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.
Question about 5 years ago
Can I take Of &Amp; Or for sinus infection?
Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology
Of &Amp; Or 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.
Question almost 6 years ago
How does Of &Amp; Or works?
Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other
Of &Amp; Or is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
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