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

Ofen Benefits & Uses

Ofen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Ofen 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
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ofen Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofen safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Ofen safe during breastfeeding?

Ofen 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofen on the Kidneys?

Ofen may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofen on the Liver?

Ofen may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofen on the Heart?

Ofen may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ofen with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Ofen Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Ofen

Is this Ofen habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ofen.

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

After taking Ofen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Ofen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Ofen is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ofen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofen

When consumed with certain foods, Ofen may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofen

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ofen

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ofen 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Ofen?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Ofen 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 Ofen on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Ofen 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

Is Ofen used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Ofen 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Ofen works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Ofen 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.