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Oflotas Suspension is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Oflotas Suspension have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Oflotas Suspension is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oflotas Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflotas Suspension 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.
Oflotas Suspension's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Oflotas Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oflotas Suspension related warnings section.
Oflotas Suspension is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oflotas Suspension are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Oflotas Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oflotas Suspension is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Oflotas Suspension 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oflotas Suspension is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oflotas Suspension 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 Suspension 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 Suspension on the Kidneys?
Oflotas has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflotas Suspension on the Liver?
Side effects of Oflotas rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oflotas Suspension on the Heart?
Oflotas is rarely harmful for the heart.
Oflotas Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflotas Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflotas Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Oflotas Suspension does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflotas Suspension you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Oflotas Suspension only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oflotas Suspension for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflotas Suspension
Some foods when eaten with Oflotas Suspension can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflotas Suspension
Taking Oflotas Suspension with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Oflotas should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Yes, long-term use of Oflotas can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Oflotas 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.
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.
Do not take Oflotas 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.
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