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Oftum Tz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Oftum Tz have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Oftum Tz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oftum Tz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oftum Tz are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Oftum Tz's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Oftum Tz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oftum Tz since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Oftum Tz contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Oftum Tz with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Oftum Tz is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Oftum Tz 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 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.
Oftum Tz 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 Oftum Tz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oftum Tz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oftum Tz.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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