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Oforn, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Oforn has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oforn. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oforn as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oforn go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oforn is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Oforn's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oforn related warnings section.
Oforn can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oforn in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oforn contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Oforn have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Oforn, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oforn 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Oforn safe for pregnant women?
Oforn can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Oforn right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Oforn safe during breastfeeding?
Oforn may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Oforn, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Oforn.
What is the effect of Oforn on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oforn on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oforn on the Liver?
Oforn may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Oforn on the Heart?
Oforn has very mild side effects on the heart.
Oforn 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 Oforn unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oforn habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Oforn is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oforn. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Oforn is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Oforn in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Oforn
Taking Oforn with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oforn
Taking Oforn with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes Oforn 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.
Take Oforn 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.
Do not take Oforn along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Oforn 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.
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