Otras 400 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Otras 400 Tablet Information

Otras 400 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Otras 400 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Otras 400 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Otras 400 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Otras 400 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Otras 400 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Otras 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Otras 400 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Otras 400 Tablet in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Otras 400 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Otras 400 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Otras 400 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Otras Benefits & Uses
Otras Dosage & How to Take
Otras Side Effects
Otras Related Warnings
Otras Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Otras
Otras Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Otras 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Otras 400 Tablet 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)

Otras 400 Tablet 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

Otras 400 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Otras 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Otras may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Otras again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Otras 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Otras 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 Otras 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Otras rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Otras 400 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Otras on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Otras 400 Tablet on the Heart?

Otras may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Otras 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Otras 400 Tablet 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 Otras 400 Tablet

Is this Otras 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Otras 400 Tablet has not been reported.

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

After taking Otras 400 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Otras 400 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Otras 400 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Otras 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Otras 400 Tablet

Some foods when eaten with Otras 400 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Otras 400 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Otras 400 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Otras 400 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Otras on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Otras on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Otras for sinus infection?

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

Otras 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 Otras a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Otras with metformin?

Take Otras if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Otras with milk?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Otras 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.