Onoff 200 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Onoff Information

Onoff, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Suspension, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Onoff have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Onoff. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Onoff side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Onoff normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Onoff's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Onoff's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Onoff 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 Onoff have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Onoff may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Onoff is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Onoff Benefits & Uses
Onoff Dosage & How to Take
Onoff Side Effects
Onoff Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Onoff with Other Drugs
Onoff Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Onoff
Onoff Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Onoff Benefits & Uses

Onoff is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Onoff 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
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Onoff Related Warnings

Is the use of Onoff safe for pregnant women?

Onoff may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Onoff, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Onoff safe during breastfeeding?

Onoff 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Onoff on the Kidneys?

Onoff may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Onoff on the Liver?

Side effects of Onoff rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Onoff on the Heart?

Onoff has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Onoff with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Onoff Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Onoff

Is this Onoff habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Onoff is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Onoff can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Onoff is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Onoff is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Onoff Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Onoff

Taking Onoff with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Onoff

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Onoff

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Onoff with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Onoff 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 over 5 years ago

How to use Onoff?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Onoff should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Onoff with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Onoff can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question about 5 years ago

can I take Onoff for UTI infection?

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

Yes, you can take Onoff 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

Is Onoff safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Onoff 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.