Oflox 200 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Oflox 200 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Oflox 200 Mg Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oflox 200 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oflox 200 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oflox 200 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Oflox 200 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oflox 200 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Oflox 200 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oflox 200 Mg Tablet in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Oflox 200 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Oflox 200 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oflox 200 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oflox 200 Mg 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oflox 200 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oflox 200 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Oflox may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Oflox again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oflox 200 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Oflox. Immediately discontinue Oflox if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Oflox 200 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Oflox rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oflox 200 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Oflox is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Oflox 200 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Oflox is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oflox 200 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oflox 200 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oflox 200 Mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oflox 200 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Oflox 200 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oflox 200 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oflox 200 Mg Tablet
Taking Oflox 200 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oflox 200 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oflox 200 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Oflox 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.
Yes, Oflox 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.
Yes Oflox 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.
Yes, long-term use of Oflox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Oflox is a prescription drug, hence do not take Oflox without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
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