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O Sal 200 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, O Sal 200 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of O Sal 200 Mg Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of O Sal 200 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of O Sal 200 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that O Sal 200 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, O Sal 200 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the O Sal 200 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of O Sal 200 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on O Sal 200 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, O Sal 200 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking O Sal 200 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
O Sal 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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Is the use of O Sal 200 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
O Sal can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using O Sal, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of O Sal 200 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of O Sal. If you see any side effects, stop taking O Sal immediately and talk to your doctor. Take O Sal again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of O Sal 200 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of O Sal on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of O Sal 200 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of O Sal on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of O Sal 200 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
O Sal is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take O Sal 200 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this O Sal 200 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that O Sal 200 Mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking O Sal 200 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as O Sal 200 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, O Sal 200 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
O Sal 200 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and O Sal 200 Mg Tablet
O Sal 200 Mg Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and O Sal 200 Mg Tablet
Consuming O Sal 200 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes O Sal 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.
O Sal 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.
Yes, long-term use of O Sal 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.
Yes, O Sal causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
O Sal can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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