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Oflomac Injection 100ml, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Oflomac Injection 100ml have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Oflomac Injection 100ml depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Oflomac Injection 100ml have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Oflomac Injection 100ml go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Oflomac Injection 100ml's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oflomac Injection 100ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oflomac Injection 100ml is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Oflomac Injection 100ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Oflomac Injection 100ml with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oflomac Injection 100ml is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oflomac Injection 100ml 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.
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Is the use of Oflomac Injection 100ml safe for pregnant women?
Oflomac may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Oflomac, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflomac Injection 100ml safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oflomac. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oflomac Injection 100ml on the Kidneys?
Oflomac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflomac Injection 100ml on the Liver?
Oflomac has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Oflomac Injection 100ml on the Heart?
Oflomac may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflomac Injection 100ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflomac Injection 100ml habit forming or addictive?
Oflomac Injection 100ml is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflomac Injection 100ml you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Oflomac Injection 100ml should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Oflomac Injection 100ml is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflomac Injection 100ml
Some foods when eaten with Oflomac Injection 100ml can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflomac Injection 100ml
Consumption of alcohol and Oflomac Injection 100ml together may have severe effects on your health.
Oflomac 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.
Oflomac 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.
Yes, Oflomac 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.
No, Oflomac is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Take Oflomac 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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