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Ofal Tz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Ofal Tz have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Ofal Tz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ofal Tz have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ofal Tz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ofal Tz is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ofal Tz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ofal Tz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ofal Tz in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ofal Tz contraindications section.
Additionally, Ofal Tz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ofal Tz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ofal Tz 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Ofal Tz safe for pregnant women?
Ofal Tz may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ofal Tz, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ofal Tz safe during breastfeeding?
Ofal Tz can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Ofal Tz on the Kidneys?
Ofal Tz rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofal Tz on the Liver?
Ofal Tz may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ofal Tz on the Heart?
Ofal Tz is completely safe for the heart.
Ofal Tz 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 Ofal Tz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofal Tz habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ofal Tz is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Ofal Tz
Taking Ofal Tz with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofal Tz
Consumption of alcohol and Ofal Tz together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes Ofal Tz 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, Ofal Tz can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Ofal Tz is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ofal Tz without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ofal Tz 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.
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