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Oflotas 400 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Oflotas 400 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Oflotas 400 Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oflotas 400 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflotas 400 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflotas 400 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Oflotas 400 Tablet related warnings talks about Oflotas 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Oflotas 400 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Oflotas 400 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Oflotas 400 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Oflotas 400 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Oflotas 400 Tablet 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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Is the use of Oflotas 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oflotas. It is best to stop taking Oflotas immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflotas 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Oflotas may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Oflotas, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Oflotas.
What is the effect of Oflotas 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Oflotas has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflotas 400 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Oflotas rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oflotas 400 Tablet on the Heart?
Oflotas is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflotas 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflotas 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Oflotas 400 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflotas 400 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Oflotas 400 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oflotas 400 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflotas 400 Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Oflotas 400 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflotas 400 Tablet
Taking Oflotas 400 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflotas with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Take Oflotas if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Oflotas can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Oflotas is a prescription drug, hence do not take Oflotas without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes Oflotas 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.
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