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OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

OFLOXACIN-200MG + TINIDAZOLE-600MG

Uses:

Bacterial infections, Protozoal infections

Medicinal Benefits:

OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET contains antibiotic Ofloxacin and Tinidazole, which helps treat and prevent a wide range of bacterial infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria, Gram-positive bacteria and some anaerobic bacteria (that live without oxygen). It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections by preventing the formation of their cell wall required for living. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Altogether it kills the bacteria. OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET has the advantage of good penetration in most deep tissues and body fluids. Hence, it is also suitable for the treatment of deep tissue and bone bacterial infections. 

FAQs

Not recommended. A patient with a transplanted kidney might be taking an immunosuppressive drug like cyclosporin which is contraindicated with OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET failing the efficacy of the Immnosuppresant drug. There are chances of rejection of the transplanted kidney in the patient and, hence, not recommended to take OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET without a doctor's consultation.

Do not consume alcohol or alcohol-based products while taking OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET and at least 3 days after your treatment commences. You may experience unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, sweating and tingling under your skin.

Yes, after taking OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET, you may have diarrhoea. OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET is an antibiotic that kills or prevents bacterial growth, so some good intestinal bacteria that aid digestion might also get killed. So, drink plenty of fluids and take probiotics to prevent excessive loss of fluids from the body (dehydration).

It is advised not to take OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET should not be taken along with dairy products as it might affect the absorption and efficacy of OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET. However, you can take it with a meal that includes these foods or drinks.

OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET makes your skin sensitive to sunlight, known as photosensitivity. So, prolonged exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light should be avoided. In case of emergency, you should always wear sunscreen before going out.

If you miss a dose of OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Take OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET either 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking an antacid, multivitamin, or other product that has calcium/magnesium/aluminium/iron/zinc, antiulcer agent (sucralfate) or anti-HIV drug (didanosine).

No, OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor

OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET contains lactose so tell your doctor if you are intolerant to some sugars.

It is advised to tell your doctor if you are already taking Warfarin before taking OFLOMAC TZ 400MG TABLET as it can increase the time it takes for blood clotting.