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Ofloter, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Ofloter have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Ofloter 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Ofloter have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ofloter normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Ofloter's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ofloter has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ofloter related warnings section.
Ofloter can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ofloter in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Ofloter have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Ofloter may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ofloter is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ofloter 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 Ofloter safe for pregnant women?
Ofloter can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ofloter right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ofloter safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ofloter. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ofloter immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ofloter again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ofloter on the Kidneys?
Ofloter rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofloter on the Liver?
Ofloter has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ofloter on the Heart?
Ofloter may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ofloter 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 Ofloter unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofloter habit forming or addictive?
Ofloter does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ofloter you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ofloter only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ofloter cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ofloter
Ofloter may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloter
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ofloter as it can have severe side effects.
Ofloter is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ofloter without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Ofloter 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, Ofloter is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes, Ofloter 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.
Take Ofloter 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.
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