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Ofodol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops, Tablet. Other than this, Ofodol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Ofodol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ofodol also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. While these are the most often observed Ofodol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ofodol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ofodol has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ofodol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ofodol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Peripheral Neuropathy, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure are examples of such conditions. The section on Ofodol contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Ofodol with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ofodol, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ofodol 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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Is the use of Ofodol safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Ofodol on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Ofodol safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Ofodol for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Ofodol on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Ofodol on kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofodol on the Liver?
Information about safety of Ofodol for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Ofodol on the Heart?
Side effects of Ofodol on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Ofodol 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 Ofodol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofodol habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ofodol has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Ofodol
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Ofodol together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofodol
Information about the interaction of Ofodol and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Ofodol must be taken for as long as it has been prescribed your doctor. Taking it for a prolonged period might cause an overdose while taking it for a less period of time might not produce the desired result. Therefore, you must follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Yes, Ofodol can be taken with paracetamol. This is because no record of any interactions has been found. Thus, it is safe to take these two medicines together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two drugs together, do not hesitate to consult your doctor immediately.
No, Ofodol and metronidazole are two different drugs, however, they belong to the same category - nitroimidazoles and both have the same mechanism of action. In comparison to metronidazole, ornidazole has a longer half-life and fewer side effects.
No, Ofodol is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic which belongs to the class of medications known as nitroimidazole derivatives. It is effective against anaerobic bacterias and microbes like trichomonas, giardia, and Entamoeba.
Ofodol is an antibiotic and it kills the bacteria and other microbes by destroying their DNA.
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