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Oflotas 200 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Oflotas 200 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Oflotas 200 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oflotas 200 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflotas 200 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflotas 200 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Oflotas 200 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oflotas 200 Tablet related warnings section.
Oflotas 200 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflotas 200 Tablet in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oflotas 200 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Oflotas 200 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Oflotas 200 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Oflotas 200 Tablet 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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Is the use of Oflotas 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oflotas. It is best to stop taking Oflotas immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oflotas 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Oflotas may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Oflotas, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Oflotas.
What is the effect of Oflotas 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Oflotas has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflotas 200 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Oflotas rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oflotas 200 Tablet on the Heart?
Oflotas is rarely harmful for the heart.
Oflotas 200 Tablet 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 Oflotas 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflotas 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Oflotas 200 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflotas 200 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Oflotas 200 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oflotas 200 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oflotas 200 Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Oflotas 200 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflotas 200 Tablet
Taking Oflotas 200 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Oflotas 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.
Take Oflotas 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.
Yes, Oflotas 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.
Oflotas is a prescription drug, hence do not take Oflotas without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes Oflotas 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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