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Ofloxacin + Racecadotril is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Ofloxacin + Racecadotril depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ofloxacin + Racecadotril is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ofloxacin + Racecadotril is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ofloxacin + Racecadotril safe for pregnant women?
Ofloxacin + Racecadotril can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Ofloxacin + Racecadotril safe during breastfeeding?
Ofloxacin + Racecadotril should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ofloxacin + Racecadotril on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ofloxacin + Racecadotril on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ofloxacin + Racecadotril on the Liver?
Ofloxacin + Racecadotril is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ofloxacin + Racecadotril on the Heart?
You can take Ofloxacin + Racecadotril without any fear of damage to the heart.
Ofloxacin + Racecadotril 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 Ofloxacin + Racecadotril unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofloxacin + Racecadotril habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ofloxacin + Racecadotril is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Ofloxacin + Racecadotril
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ofloxacin + Racecadotril and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloxacin + Racecadotril
Information about the interaction of Ofloxacin + Racecadotril and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Ofloxacin + Racecadotril is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Yes, long-term use of Ofloxacin + Racecadotril 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.
Ofloxacin + Racecadotril is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
Take Ofloxacin + Racecadotril 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.
Ofloxacin + Racecadotril 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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