Oflox Tz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Oflox Tz Information

Oflox Tz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Other than this, Oflox Tz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Oflox Tz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Oflox Tz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflox Tz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Oflox Tz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Oflox Tz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflox Tz related warnings section.

Oflox Tz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflox Tz in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oflox Tz contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Oflox Tz with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Oflox Tz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Oflox Tz Benefits & Uses

Oflox Tz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Giardiasis
Amebiasis
Dysentery

Oflox Tz 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: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg) Tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
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: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg) Tinidazole (600 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: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg) Tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet

Oflox Tz Related Warnings

Is the use of Oflox Tz safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oflox TZ. It is best to stop taking Oflox TZ immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflox Tz safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oflox TZ. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oflox Tz on the Kidneys?

Oflox TZ may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflox Tz on the Liver?

Oflox TZ may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Oflox Tz on the Heart?

Oflox TZ is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Oflox Tz with Other Drugs

Oflox Tz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Phenobarbital

Oflox Tz Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sexually transmitted diseases
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Oflox Tz

Is this Oflox Tz habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Oflox Tz has not been reported.

Oflox Tz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oflox Tz

It is safe to take Oflox Tz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflox Tz

Taking Oflox Tz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Oflox Tz

Question over 5 years ago

Is Oflox TZ used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Oflox TZ 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Oflox TZ safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oflox TZ 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Oflox TZ a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oflox TZ with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Oflox TZ 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 about 5 years ago

Does Oflox TZ contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Oflox TZ 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.