Oflosa O Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Oflosa O Information

Oflosa O is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Oflosa O have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oflosa O. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Oflosa O include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Oflosa O side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflosa O are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Oflosa O's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Oflosa O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Oflosa O can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflosa O in conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease. Other contraindications of Oflosa O have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Oflosa O with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oflosa O is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Oflosa O Benefits & Uses

Oflosa O 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 (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool (Read More - How to Treat Blood in Stool at Home Safely)

Oflosa O 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

Oflosa O Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oflosa O is used -

Severe

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Pain with urination

Common

पेट दर्द
Nausea or vomiting
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Oflosa O Related Warnings

Is the use of Oflosa O safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Oflosa O safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oflosa O. If you see any side effects, stop taking Oflosa O immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oflosa O again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oflosa O on the Kidneys?

Oflosa O is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Oflosa O on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Oflosa O on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Oflosa O. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Oflosa O with Other Drugs

Oflosa O 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

Oflosa O Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Oflosa O

Is this Oflosa O habit forming or addictive?

Oflosa O is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Oflosa O since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Oflosa O only on doctor's advice.

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

Oflosa O is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Oflosa O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oflosa O

Taking Oflosa O with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflosa O

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oflosa O as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Oflosa O

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oflosa O with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Oflosa O 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Oflosa O a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Oflosa O is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Oflosa O cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Oflosa O 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 over 5 years ago

Does Oflosa O contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Oflosa O 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oflosa O for sinus infection?

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

Oflosa O 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.