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Ofloren Drop is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Ofloren Drop have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Ofloren Drop 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ofloren Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ofloren Drop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Ofloren Drop's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ofloren Drop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ofloren Drop related warnings section.
Ofloren Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ofloren Drop in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ofloren Drop contraindications section.
Additionally, Ofloren Drop may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ofloren Drop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ofloren Drop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Ofloren Drop 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.
Is the use of Ofloren Drop 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.
What is the effect of Ofloren Drop on the Kidneys?
Ofloren rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofloren Drop on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ofloren on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ofloren Drop on the Heart?
Side effects of Ofloren rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofloren Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofloren Drop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ofloren Drop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ofloren Drop you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Ofloren Drop should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ofloren Drop cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ofloren Drop
Some foods when eaten with Ofloren Drop can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloren Drop
Taking alcohol with Ofloren Drop can be dangerous.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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