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Oflo Tz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Oflo Tz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflo Tz. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oflo Tz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflo Tz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflo Tz is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Oflo Tz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflo Tz related warnings section.
Oflo Tz 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 Tz are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Oflo Tz may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oflo Tz is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Oflo Tz 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 Tz safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oflo Tz. It is best to stop taking Oflo Tz immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflo Tz safe during breastfeeding?
Oflo Tz 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 Oflo Tz on the Kidneys?
Oflo Tz rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflo Tz on the Liver?
Oflo Tz has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Oflo Tz on the Heart?
Using Oflo Tz does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Oflo Tz 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 Tz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflo Tz habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oflo Tz has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Oflo Tz
It is safe to take Oflo Tz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflo Tz
Consuming Oflo Tz with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes Oflo Tz 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.
Oflo Tz 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.
No, Oflo Tz is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflo Tz 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.
Oflo Tz should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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