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Oflobest Oz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Secondary and off-label uses of Oflobest Oz have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Oflobest Oz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Oflobest Oz include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Oflobest Oz have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Oflobest Oz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Oflobest Oz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oflobest Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oflobest Oz is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Stomach Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Oflobest Oz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Oflobest Oz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Oflobest Oz is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Oflobest Oz 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Oflobest Oz safe for pregnant women?
Oflobest Oz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Oflobest Oz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oflobest Oz safe during breastfeeding?
Oflobest Oz 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 Oflobest Oz on the Kidneys?
Oflobest Oz is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflobest Oz on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Oflobest Oz. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Oflobest Oz only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Oflobest Oz on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Oflobest Oz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Oflobest Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflobest Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflobest Oz habit forming or addictive?
Oflobest Oz is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Oflobest Oz does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Oflobest Oz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflobest Oz is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflobest Oz
Taking Oflobest Oz with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflobest Oz
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oflobest Oz as it can have severe side effects.
Oflobest Oz 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, Oflobest Oz is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Oflobest Oz 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, Oflobest Oz 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, Oflobest Oz causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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