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  • Contains / Salt: Ofloxacin (200 mg)

Harpoon 200 Tablet

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Harpoon Information

Harpoon 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, Harpoon has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Harpoon. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Harpoon side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Harpoon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Harpoon's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Harpoon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Harpoon related warnings section.

Harpoon is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Harpoon are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Harpoon may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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



Harpoon Benefits & Uses

Harpoon is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Harpoon 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


Harpoon Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Harpoon is used -

Severe

  • Allergic reaction
  • Visual impairment
  • Steven-johnsons syndrome
  • Bronchospasm
  • Hearing Loss

Moderate

Mild

Harpoon Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Harpoon safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Harpoon safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Harpoon. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Harpoon on the Kidneys?


    Harpoon rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Harpoon on the Liver?


    Side effects of Harpoon rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Harpoon on the Heart?


    Side effects of Harpoon rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Harpoon with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Harpoon Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Harpoon

  • Is this Harpoon habit forming or addictive?


    Harpoon is not addictive in nature.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Harpoon as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Harpoon only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, the use of Harpoon in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Harpoon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Harpoon


    When consumed with certain foods, Harpoon may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Harpoon


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

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Harpoon

Question about 6 years ago

How does Harpoon works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Harpoon is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.

Question about 6 years ago

How to use Harpoon?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Harpoon 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Harpoon safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Harpoon is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Harpoon without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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

Question over 5 years ago

Is Harpoon used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Harpoon 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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