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Ofior is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Ofior has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Ofior depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ofior as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Ofior normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ofior is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Ofior has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ofior related warnings section.
Ofior is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ofior contraindications section.
Besides this, Ofior may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ofior is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ofior 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
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Is the use of Ofior safe for pregnant women?
Ofior may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ofior again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ofior safe during breastfeeding?
Ofior may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ofior, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ofior.
What is the effect of Ofior on the Kidneys?
Ofior has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofior on the Liver?
Ofior may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ofior on the Heart?
Ofior has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ofior 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 Ofior unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofior habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ofior.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ofior. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Ofior is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ofior cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ofior
Some foods when eaten with Ofior can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofior
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ofior as it can have severe side effects.
No, Ofior does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Yes, Ofior 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.
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.
No, Ofior is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Ofior 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.
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