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Offmark is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension, Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Offmark has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Offmark 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.
Some other side effects of Offmark have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Offmark are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Offmark's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Offmark has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Offmark related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Offmark since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Offmark contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Offmark with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Offmark is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Offmark 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Offmark is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Offmark safe for pregnant women?
Offmark can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Offmark right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Offmark safe during breastfeeding?
Offmark 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 Offmark on the Kidneys?
Offmark rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Offmark on the Liver?
Offmark has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Offmark on the Heart?
Side effects of Offmark rarely affect the heart.
Offmark 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 Offmark unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Offmark habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Offmark.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Offmark you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Offmark is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Offmark cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Offmark
Offmark may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Offmark
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Offmark as it can have severe side effects.
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.
Offmark 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.
Offmark 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.
Yes, Offmark 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.
Offmark can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience