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Oftum Tz Benefits & Uses

Oftum Tz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Giardiasis
Amebiasis
Dysentery

Oftum Tz Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg) Tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg) Tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg) Tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet

Oftum Tz Related Warnings

Is the use of Oftum Tz safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oftum Tz. It is best to stop taking Oftum Tz immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oftum Tz safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oftum Tz. If you see any side effects, stop taking Oftum Tz immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oftum Tz again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oftum Tz on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Oftum Tz on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oftum Tz on the Liver?

Side effects of Oftum Tz rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oftum Tz on the Heart?

Oftum Tz is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Oftum Tz with Other Drugs

Oftum Tz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Phenobarbital

Oftum Tz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oftum Tz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sexually transmitted diseases
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Oftum Tz

Is this Oftum Tz habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Oftum Tz.

Oftum Tz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oftum Tz

Taking Oftum Tz with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oftum Tz

Taking Oftum Tz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Oftum Tz

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Oftum Tz works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Oftum Tz is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Oftum Tz contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Oftum Tz 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oftum Tz with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oftum Tz 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.

Question about 5 years ago

can I take Oftum Tz for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can take Oftum Tz 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oftum Tz with milk?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Oftum Tz 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.