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Ofloren Benefits & Uses

Ofloren is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Ofloren 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
Adult	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ofloren Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofloren safe for pregnant women?

Ofloren can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ofloren right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Ofloren safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofloren on the Kidneys?

Ofloren rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofloren on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Ofloren on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofloren on the Heart?

Side effects of Ofloren rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ofloren with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Ofloren Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Ofloren

Is this Ofloren habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ofloren has not been reported.

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

After taking Ofloren you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ofloren should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Ofloren cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ofloren Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofloren

Some foods when eaten with Ofloren can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloren

Taking alcohol with Ofloren can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ofloren

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ofloren cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Ofloren 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Ofloren for sinus infection?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Ofloren is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Ofloren used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Ofloren 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Ofloren works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Ofloren 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

Can I take Ofloren without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Ofloren is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ofloren without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.