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Of is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Of have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Of depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Of can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Of go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Of is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Of's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Of can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Of in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Of contraindications section.
Additionally, Of may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Of is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Of 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 Of safe for pregnant women?
OF may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take OF again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Of safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of OF. Immediately discontinue OF 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 Of on the Kidneys?
OF has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Of on the Liver?
OF is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Of on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of OF on the heart have been reported.
Of 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 Of unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Of habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Of is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Of you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Of is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Of is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Of
Of may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Of
Taking Of with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes OF 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, long-term use of OF 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, OF 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.
OF should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Yes, OF 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.
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