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Ofrolac is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Other than this, Ofrolac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Ofrolac is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Ofrolac also has some side effects, the most common being Weight gain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ofrolac as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Ofrolac are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Ofrolac has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ofrolac related warnings talks about Ofrolac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ofrolac can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ofrolac in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ofrolac contraindications section.
Besides this, Ofrolac may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ofrolac is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ofrolac 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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Is the use of Ofrolac safe for pregnant women?
Ofrolac should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Ofrolac safe during breastfeeding?
Ofrolac 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 Ofrolac on the Kidneys?
Ofrolac may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ofrolac on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ofrolac. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ofrolac only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ofrolac on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ofrolac on the heart have been reported.
Ofrolac 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 Ofrolac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofrolac habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ofrolac.
Interaction between Food and Ofrolac
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Ofrolac with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofrolac
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ofrolac as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take Ofrolac for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Yes, Ofrolac 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.
Take Ofrolac 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.
Discontinuing Ofrolac 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.
No, Ofrolac is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
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