Aflon O, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Aflon O has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aflon O. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Aflon O have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Aflon O go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Aflon O is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Aflon O related warnings talks about Aflon O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Aflon O can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Aflon O in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aflon O contraindications section.
Additionally, Aflon O may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Aflon O is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Aflon O 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aflon O is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Aflon O safe for pregnant women?
Aflon O can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Aflon O, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Aflon O safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Aflon O. If you see any side effects, stop taking Aflon O immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Aflon O again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Aflon O on the Kidneys?
Aflon O rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aflon O on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Aflon O on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Aflon O on the Heart?
Aflon O has very mild side effects on the heart.
Aflon O 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 Aflon O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aflon O habit forming or addictive?
Aflon O does not cause addiction.
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 Aflon O can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Aflon O should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Aflon O cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Aflon O
Aflon O may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aflon O
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Aflon O as it can have severe side effects.
Aflon O 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.
Discontinuing Aflon O 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.
Yes, Aflon O 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.
Take Aflon O 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.
Do not take Aflon O 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
