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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 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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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.
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.
What is the effect of Ofen Oz on the Kidneys?
Ofen Oz does not damage the kidneys.
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.
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.
Ofen Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofen Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofen Oz habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ofen Oz has not been reported.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ofen Oz only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ofen Oz for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ofen Oz
Taking Ofen Oz with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofen Oz
Consumption of alcohol and Ofen Oz together may have severe effects on your health.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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