New Year Bumper Sale @ Rs. 1 X
Oxa 400 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Oxa 400 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Oxa 400 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oxa 400 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Oxa 400 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Oxa 400 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oxa 400 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oxa 400 Mg Tablet 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 |
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oxa 400 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oxa(Rai). It is best to stop taking Oxa(Rai) immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oxa(Rai). If you see any side effects, stop taking Oxa(Rai) immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oxa(Rai) again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Oxa(Rai) rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Oxa(Rai) rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Oxa(Rai) may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Oxa 400 Mg Tablet 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 Oxa 400 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxa 400 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oxa 400 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oxa 400 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oxa 400 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Oxa 400 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oxa 400 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oxa 400 Mg Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Oxa 400 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxa 400 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oxa 400 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Take Oxa(Rai) as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes Oxa(Rai) is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance 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.
Yes, Oxa(Rai) 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.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Discontinuing Oxa(Rai) 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)