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Oflovel is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Oflovel have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Oflovel 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Oflovel have been listed ahead. These side effects of Oflovel are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflovel is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Oflovel has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflovel related warnings section.
Oflovel can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflovel in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Oflovel have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Oflovel have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Oflovel is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Oflovel 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oflovel is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oflovel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oflovel. It is best to stop taking Oflovel immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflovel safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oflovel. If you see any side effects, stop taking Oflovel immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oflovel again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflovel on the Kidneys?
Oflovel rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflovel on the Liver?
Oflovel may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Oflovel on the Heart?
Oflovel has very mild side effects on the heart.
Oflovel 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 Oflovel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflovel habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Oflovel is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Oflovel can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Oflovel should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Oflovel in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Oflovel
When consumed with certain foods, Oflovel may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflovel
Taking Oflovel with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Oflovel is a prescription drug, hence do not take Oflovel without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, Oflovel is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Oflovel 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.
No, Oflovel 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.
Oflovel 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.
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