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Ofla is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Ofla has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ofla. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ofla can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ofla 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.
It is also important to note that Ofla has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ofla has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ofla related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Ofla since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Ofla contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Ofla may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Ofla, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ofla 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 Ofla safe for pregnant women?
Ofla can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ofla right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ofla safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ofla. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ofla immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ofla again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ofla on the Kidneys?
Ofla has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofla on the Liver?
Ofla may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ofla on the Heart?
Ofla is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ofla 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 Ofla unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofla habit forming or addictive?
Ofla does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ofla, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ofla can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ofla only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ofla for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ofla
When consumed with certain foods, Ofla may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofla
Consuming Ofla with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, you can take Ofla for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Ofla 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ofla 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.
Yes, Ofla is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes Ofla 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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