Ofloxibact is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ofloxibact have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ofloxibact depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ofloxibact can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ofloxibact normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ofloxibact is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Ofloxibact has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ofloxibact related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Ofloxibact since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ofloxibact are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ofloxibact with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ofloxibact is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ofloxibact 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 Ofloxibact is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ofloxibact safe for pregnant women?
Ofloxibact can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ofloxibact, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ofloxibact safe during breastfeeding?
Ofloxibact may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ofloxibact, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ofloxibact.
What is the effect of Ofloxibact on the Kidneys?
Ofloxibact may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ofloxibact on the Liver?
Ofloxibact may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ofloxibact on the Heart?
Ofloxibact has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ofloxibact 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 Ofloxibact unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofloxibact habit forming or addictive?
Ofloxibact is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ofloxibact as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Ofloxibact is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ofloxibact for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ofloxibact
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Ofloxibact to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofloxibact
Taking Ofloxibact with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Ofloxibact 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.
Ofloxibact 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 Ofloxibact 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, long-term use of Ofloxibact 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, Ofloxibact 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.
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