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O Sal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. O Sal also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of O Sal depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of O Sal as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of O Sal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, O Sal's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if O Sal has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the O Sal related warnings section.
O Sal can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid O Sal in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by O Sal are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for O Sal have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for O Sal, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
O Sal 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 O Sal is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of O Sal safe for pregnant women?
O Sal can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using O Sal, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of O Sal safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of O Sal. If you see any side effects, stop taking O Sal immediately and talk to your doctor. Take O Sal again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of O Sal on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of O Sal on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of O Sal on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of O Sal on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of O Sal on the Heart?
O Sal is rarely harmful for the heart.
O Sal 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 O Sal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this O Sal habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that O Sal is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking O Sal, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as O Sal can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, O Sal is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
O Sal is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and O Sal
O Sal may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and O Sal
Consuming O Sal with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
O Sal 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking O Sal with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, O Sal 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.
No, O Sal is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Yes, you can take O Sal for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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