Ofloren Oz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ofloren Oz Information

Ofloren Oz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Ofloren Oz have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Ofloren Oz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 most common side effects of Ofloren Oz are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ofloren Oz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ofloren Oz are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Ofloren Oz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ofloren Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Ofloren Oz is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ofloren Oz have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Ofloren Oz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Ofloren Oz, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Ofloren Oz Benefits & Uses
Ofloren Oz Dosage & How to Take
Ofloren Oz Side Effects
Ofloren Oz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ofloren Oz with Other Drugs
Ofloren Oz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ofloren Oz
Ofloren Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ofloren Oz Benefits & Uses

Ofloren Oz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear Infection
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Amebiasis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear canal infection
Skin Infections
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool

Ofloren Oz Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (100 mg), Ornidazole (250 mg)/Tablet, dose for children 8 - 12 years old
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet

Ofloren Oz Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofloren Oz safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ofloren Oz. It is best to stop taking Ofloren Oz immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ofloren Oz safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ofloren Oz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofloren Oz on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Ofloren Oz on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ofloren Oz on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ofloren Oz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofloren Oz on the Heart?

Ofloren Oz may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Ofloren Oz with Other Drugs

Ofloren Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Escitalopram

Warfarin

Quinidine

Moderate

Aspirin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Vecuronium

Ofloren Oz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofloren Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ofloren Oz

Is this Ofloren Oz habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ofloren Oz has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Ofloren Oz does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Ofloren Oz should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Ofloren Oz in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ofloren Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofloren Oz

You can take Ofloren Oz with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloren Oz

Taking alcohol with Ofloren Oz can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ofloren Oz

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ofloren Oz with milk?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Ofloren Oz 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Ofloren Oz?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Ofloren Oz is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Ofloren Oz works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Ofloren 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ofloren Oz cause stomach upset?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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.