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Olfi Pod is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Olfi Pod has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olfi Pod. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olfi Pod as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Olfi Pod are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Olfi Pod's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Olfi Pod's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olfi Pod related warnings section.
Olfi Pod is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Olfi Pod have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Olfi Pod may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Olfi Pod is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olfi Pod 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 |
Is the use of Olfi Pod safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Olfi Pod. It is best to stop taking Olfi Pod immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Olfi Pod safe during breastfeeding?
Olfi Pod may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Olfi Pod, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Olfi Pod.
What is the effect of Olfi Pod on the Kidneys?
Olfi Pod has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olfi Pod on the Liver?
Olfi Pod is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olfi Pod on the Heart?
Olfi Pod has very mild side effects on the heart.
Olfi Pod 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 Olfi Pod unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olfi Pod habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olfi Pod has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Olfi Pod
Taking Olfi Pod with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olfi Pod
Consuming Olfi Pod with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, you can use Olfi Pod to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Olfi Pod can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Olfi Pod can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if a cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
Yes, Olfi Pod is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant 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.
Occasionally, Olfi Pod can cause drug-induced hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
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