Oxa Oz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Oxa Oz Benefits & Uses

Oxa Oz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear Infection
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Amebiasis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear canal infection
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool (Read More - How to Treat Blood in Stool at Home Safely)

Oxa Oz 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: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	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: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (100 mg), Ornidazole (250 mg)/Tablet, dose for children 8 - 12 years old
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: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 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: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet

Oxa Oz Related Warnings

Is the use of Oxa Oz safe for pregnant women?

Oxa Oz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Oxa Oz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Oxa Oz safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oxa Oz. If you see any side effects, stop taking Oxa Oz immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oxa Oz again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oxa Oz on the Kidneys?

Using Oxa Oz does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Oxa Oz on the Liver?

Oxa Oz may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Oxa Oz on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Oxa Oz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Oxa Oz with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Escitalopram

Warfarin

Quinidine

Moderate

Aspirin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Vecuronium

Oxa Oz Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Oxa Oz

Is this Oxa Oz habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Oxa Oz has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Oxa Oz since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Oxa Oz only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Oxa Oz for mental disorders.

No

Oxa Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oxa Oz

Taking Oxa Oz with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxa Oz

Consumption of alcohol and Oxa Oz together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Oxa Oz

Question about 6 years ago

What is Oxa Oz?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Oxa Oz is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oxa Oz for sinus infection?

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

Oxa Oz 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Oxa Oz with metformin?

Take Oxa Oz 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Oxa Oz on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Oxa Oz 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 over 5 years ago

Does Oxa Oz cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Oxa Oz causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.