Ofen Oz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ofen Oz Information

Ofen Oz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. The alternative uses of Ofen Oz have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Ofen Oz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Ofen Oz also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Ofen Oz have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ofen Oz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Ofen Oz's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ofen Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Ofen Oz is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Stomach Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Ofen Oz have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Ofen Oz have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ofen Oz is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Ofen Oz Benefits & Uses
Ofen Oz Dosage & How to Take
Ofen Oz Side Effects
Ofen Oz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ofen Oz with Other Drugs
Ofen Oz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ofen Oz
Ofen Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ofen Oz Benefits & Uses

Ofen Oz 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 (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool (Read More - How to Treat Blood in Stool at Home Safely)

Ofen Oz 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
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (50 mg), Ornidazole (125 mg)/ 5ml, dose for children below 8 years
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (50 mg), Ornidazole (125 mg)/ 5ml

Ofen Oz Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofen Oz safe for pregnant women?

Ofen Oz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ofen Oz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ofen Oz safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ofen Oz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofen Oz on the Kidneys?

Ofen Oz does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ofen Oz on the Liver?

Ofen Oz can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofen Oz on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Ofen Oz. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Ofen Oz with Other Drugs

Ofen Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Escitalopram

Warfarin

Quinidine

Moderate

Aspirin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Vecuronium

Ofen Oz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofen Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ofen Oz

Is this Ofen Oz habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ofen Oz has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ofen Oz since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ofen Oz only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Ofen Oz for mental disorders.

No

Ofen Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofen Oz

Taking Ofen Oz with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofen Oz

Consumption of alcohol and Ofen Oz together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ofen Oz

Question about 5 years ago

Can Ofen Oz affect tendons and muscles?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Ofen Oz 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Ofen Oz on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Ofen Oz 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Ofen Oz?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Ofen Oz 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 take Ofen Oz for sinus infection?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Ofen Oz 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

Does Ofen Oz cause stomach upset?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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.