New Year Bumper Sale @ Rs. 1 X
Ofnij is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Ofnij 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 Ofnij. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ofnij as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ofnij are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Ofnij's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Ofnij's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ofnij related warnings section.
Ofnij can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ofnij in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Ofnij are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Ofnij have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ofnij is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ofnij 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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ofnij is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ofnij safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ofnij. It is best to stop taking Ofnij immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ofnij safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ofnij. Immediately discontinue Ofnij if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Ofnij on the Kidneys?
Ofnij rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofnij on the Liver?
Side effects of Ofnij rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ofnij on the Heart?
Ofnij may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ofnij 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 Ofnij unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofnij habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ofnij is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ofnij, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ofnij can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ofnij is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ofnij cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ofnij
Ofnij may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofnij
Taking alcohol with Ofnij can be dangerous.
Ofnij 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, Ofnij causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
No, Ofnij 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.
Yes, Ofnij 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, Ofnij 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience