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Oflup Infusion is a prescription drug, available for use as Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Oflup Infusion also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Oflup Infusion 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oflup Infusion can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oflup Infusion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Oflup Infusion's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oflup Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oflup Infusion is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oflup Infusion contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Oflup Infusion have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Oflup Infusion is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Oflup Infusion 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 Oflup Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Oflup can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Oflup, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oflup Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oflup. If you see any side effects, stop taking Oflup immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oflup again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oflup Infusion on the Kidneys?
Oflup rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflup Infusion on the Liver?
Oflup is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Oflup Infusion on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Oflup on the heart have been reported.
Oflup Infusion 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 Oflup Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflup Infusion habit forming or addictive?
Oflup Infusion 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 Oflup Infusion can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Oflup Infusion only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oflup Infusion for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflup Infusion
Some foods when eaten with Oflup Infusion can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflup Infusion
Taking alcohol with Oflup Infusion can be dangerous.
Discontinuing Oflup 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, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Oflup is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
Do not take Oflup 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.
No, Oflup 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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