Opec Tz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Opec Tz Information

Opec Tz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Opec Tz have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Opec Tz. 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.

Some other side effects of Opec Tz have been listed ahead. These side effects of Opec Tz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Opec Tz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Opec Tz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Opec Tz related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Opec Tz since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Opec Tz contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Opec Tz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Opec Tz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Opec Tz Benefits & Uses

Opec Tz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Opec 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

Opec Tz Related Warnings

Is the use of Opec Tz safe for pregnant women?

Opec Tz may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Opec Tz, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Opec Tz safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Opec Tz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Opec Tz on the Kidneys?

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

Opec Tz has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Opec Tz on the Heart?

Opec Tz is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Opec Tz with Other Drugs

Opec 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

Opec Tz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opec 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 Opec Tz

Is this Opec Tz habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Opec Tz is addictive.

Opec Tz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Opec Tz

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

Consumption of alcohol and Opec Tz together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Opec Tz

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Opec Tz with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Opec Tz 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 over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Opec Tz?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Take Opec Tz as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Opec Tz for sinus infection?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Opec Tz is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Opec Tz a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Opec Tz is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Opec Tz without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Opec Tz is a prescription drug, hence do not take Opec Tz without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.