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Ofset 400 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Ofset 400 Tablet 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 Ofset 400 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Ofset 400 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ofset 400 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ofset 400 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ofset 400 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ofset 400 Tablet related warnings section.
Ofset 400 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ofset 400 Tablet in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Ofset 400 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ofset 400 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ofset 400 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ofset 400 Tablet 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 Ofset 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ofset may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ofset again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ofset 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Ofset can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Ofset 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ofset has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofset 400 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ofset on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ofset 400 Tablet on the Heart?
Ofset may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofset 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofset 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ofset 400 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ofset 400 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ofset 400 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ofset 400 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ofset 400 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Ofset 400 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofset 400 Tablet
Consuming Ofset 400 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Ofset 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, Ofset 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.
Yes, long-term use of Ofset 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.
No, Ofset is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Do not take Ofset 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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