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Ofloxamac D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Ofloxamac D also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ofloxamac D. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ofloxamac D as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Ofloxamac D are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ofloxamac D is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ofloxamac D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ofloxamac D is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Ofloxamac D contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Ofloxamac D with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ofloxamac D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ofloxamac D 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ofloxamac D safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Ofloxamac D for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Ofloxamac D safe during breastfeeding?
Ofloxamac D may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ofloxamac D, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ofloxamac D.
What is the effect of Ofloxamac D on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Ofloxamac D on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Ofloxamac D will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Ofloxamac D on the Liver?
Side effects of Ofloxamac D on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Ofloxamac D on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Ofloxamac D on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Ofloxamac D 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 Ofloxamac D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofloxamac D habit forming or addictive?
Ofloxamac D is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Ofloxamac D
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Ofloxamac D with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloxamac D
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ofloxamac D.
Ofloxamac D 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.
Yes, long-term use of Ofloxamac D 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.
Ofloxamac D is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ofloxamac D without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Ofloxamac D 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.
Discontinuing Ofloxamac D on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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