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Oflomac Dx is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Oflomac Dx have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Oflomac Dx 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Oflomac Dx include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflomac Dx can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflomac Dx go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflomac Dx is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Oflomac Dx's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oflomac Dx is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oflomac Dx are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Oflomac Dx have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Oflomac Dx is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Oflomac Dx 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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Is the use of Oflomac Dx safe for pregnant women?
Oflomac DX should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Oflomac Dx safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Oflomac DX may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Oflomac DX should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Oflomac Dx on the Kidneys?
Oflomac DX 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 Oflomac Dx on the Liver?
Oflomac DX can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Oflomac Dx on the Heart?
Oflomac DX may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Oflomac Dx 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 Oflomac Dx unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflomac Dx habit forming or addictive?
Oflomac Dx is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Oflomac Dx
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Oflomac Dx together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflomac Dx
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Oflomac Dx.
Discontinuing Oflomac DX on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
No, Oflomac DX 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, [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.
Oflomac DX 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.
Oflomac DX 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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