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Oflotas Oz  100Ml Iv

Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv

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Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv

Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections. It is indicated in the treatment of shigellosis, dental infections, post-surgical infections, diarrhoea, and mixed infections of the cervix and vagina. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Harmful bacteria produce toxins, which can damage tissue and cause sickness.

Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv is a combination of two antibiotic drugs: Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin prevents the bacteria from repairing and dividing. Ornidazole damages the DNA of the infection-causing bacteria. Together, Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv kills the bacteria and helps in treating bacterial infections.

Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Talk to your doctor if you experience pain in tendons, swelling, and inflammation, as Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv may increase the risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis. Consult your doctor before taking Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv as it may cause increased dizziness. Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv is not recommended for use in children.

Uses of Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections. It is indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea, shigellosis, dental infections, post-surgical infections, and mixed infections of the cervix and vagina.Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv is a combination of two antibiotic drugs, namely: Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin prevents the bacteria from repairing and dividing. Ornidazole damages the DNA of the infection-causing agents. Together, Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv kills the bacteria and helps in treating bacterial infections. Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Directions for Use

Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

Drug Warnings

Do not take Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have/had swelling or tearing of tendons while taking quinolone antibiotics; if you have myasthenia gravis, epilepsy, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions/side effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv may interact with anti-coagulant (warfarin) and drugs affecting renal tubular secretion (probenecid, cimetidine, furosemide, methotrexate).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have tendonitis (inflammation in tendons), diabetes, kidney, liver or heart problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • PROBENECID
  • CIMETIDINE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • METHOTREXATE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and cause sickness. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. Symptoms include fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines are more prone to bacterial infection.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Other Info - OFL0358

FAQs

Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv contains Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin prevents the bacteria from repairing and dividing. Ornidazole damages the DNA of the infection-causing bacteria. Together, Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv kills the bacteria and helps in treating bacterial infections.
Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv may cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight) and can make you sunburn easily. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Always wear protective clothing and sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher before going out.
Consult your doctor before taking Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv if you have diabetes, as Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv to avoid unpleasant events.
Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv contains ofloxacin which might produce false-positive urine screening results for opiates. Inform the person doing the tests that you are on treatment with Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol affects Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Limited information is available. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor may prescribe Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Limited information is available. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor may prescribe Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv may cause dizziness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have liver problems before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may adjust the dose of Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv or prescribe a suitable alternative if necessary based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may adjust the dose of Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv or prescribe a suitable alternative if necessary based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Limited information is available. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Oflotas Oz 100Ml Iv in children.

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