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Oflatoon Ds is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Oflatoon Ds have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Oflatoon Ds depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflatoon Ds can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflatoon Ds 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.
It is also important to note that Oflatoon Ds has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Oflatoon Ds has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflatoon Ds related warnings section.
Oflatoon Ds can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflatoon Ds in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Oflatoon Ds have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Oflatoon Ds may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Oflatoon Ds, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oflatoon Ds 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 Oflatoon Ds safe for pregnant women?
Oflatoon DS may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Oflatoon DS, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflatoon Ds safe during breastfeeding?
Oflatoon DS may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Oflatoon DS, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Oflatoon DS.
What is the effect of Oflatoon Ds on the Kidneys?
Oflatoon DS rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflatoon Ds on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflatoon DS on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Oflatoon Ds on the Heart?
Oflatoon DS may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Oflatoon Ds 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 Oflatoon Ds unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflatoon Ds habit forming or addictive?
Oflatoon Ds is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflatoon Ds you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Oflatoon Ds is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oflatoon Ds for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflatoon Ds
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Oflatoon Ds to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflatoon Ds
Consuming Oflatoon Ds with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Do not take Oflatoon DS along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes, long-term use of Oflatoon DS 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.
Take Oflatoon DS if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflatoon DS with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Take Oflatoon DS as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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