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Otras is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Otras has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Otras is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Otras as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Otras are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Otras is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Otras's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Otras is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Otras contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Otras may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Otras, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Otras 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 Otras is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Otras safe for pregnant women?
Otras may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Otras again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Otras safe during breastfeeding?
Otras can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Otras on the Kidneys?
Otras rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Otras on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Otras on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Otras on the Heart?
Otras may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Otras 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 Otras unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Otras habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Otras has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Otras you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Otras should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Otras in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Otras
Some foods when eaten with Otras can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Otras
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Otras as it can have severe side effects.
Otras 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.
Yes, Otras 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.
Otras is a prescription drug, hence do not take Otras without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Otras can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
No, Otras does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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