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Oflo P is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Oflo P have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflo P. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Oflo P also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflo P can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Oflo P are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflo P is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Oflo P related warnings talks about Oflo P's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Oflo P is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oflo P are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Oflo P have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oflo P is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Oflo P 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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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Oflo P safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Oflo P without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Oflo P safe during breastfeeding?
Oflo P does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Oflo P on the Kidneys?
Oflo P may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflo P on the Liver?
Oflo P may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflo P on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Oflo P. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Oflo P 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 Oflo P unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflo P habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Oflo P is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Oflo P
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Oflo P together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflo P
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Oflo P.
No, Oflo P 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, Oflo P 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, you can take Oflo P for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Take Oflo P as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Oflo P is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
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