Oflotas-Oz Tablet

Oflotas-Oz Tablet is a combination medication primarily prescribed for treating diarrhoea and/or dysentery. It comprises antibacterial and antiamoebic drugs that fight against parasitic and bacterial infections. It is very effective in treating infectious conditions due to its dual-action.

This medication inhibits the production of certain enzymes in the DNA of a bacteria, which are necessary for the survival and growth of this bacterial infections. Therefore, this antibiotic drug fights against bacterial infections by killing the bacteria and inhibiting the process of bacterial cell division.

It is advisable to take this medication only under the strict guidelines of your doctor. Follow this prescription until the course is complete, even if the symptoms disappear. You should not skip a dose and avoid taking an extra tablet to make up for it.

It is possible for some people to experience a few common side effects after taking this medication. Some people are more likely to face harmful side effects if they also suffer from other conditions like brain disorders, seizures, heart conditions, myasthenia gravis, epilepsy, tendonitis, bone disorders and problems of the joints.

It is advisable to inform your doctor about the above-mentioned conditions beforehand if he/she recommends you taking this medicine. It is advisable for pregnant women, women who are breastfeeding and children below 16 years, to avoid taking this antibiotic since it can lead to harmful consequences.

• Infectious Diarrhea

• Dysentery

• Allergy

• Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Abdominal Pain

• Joint Pain

• Fever With Chills

• Numbness Of The Hands

• Running Nose

• Loss Of Appetite

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Memory Impairment

• Nervousness

• Agitation

• Disorientation

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of effect lasts for 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of action occurs anytime after an 1 hour after taking it.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  No, this medicine is not safe for pregnant women as it can affect the foetus.

• Is it habit forming?

  There are no habit forming tendencies reported with this pill.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  No, this medicine is not safe for breastfeeding women as it can affect the baby.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  This medication is not safe with alcohol. If you experience certain symptoms such as drowsiness or disorientation, then you must speak to your doctor immediately.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  As some of the side effects of this medication include headaches and hallucinations, it is not advisable to drive after taking the medication.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Patients who have impaired kidney function should not take this medication as it can lead to more kidney problems.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Patients who have impaired liver function should not take this medication as it can lead to more liver problems, including liver failure.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Oflotas-Oz Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Eldeflox Oz 200 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

  Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Cachof 0 200 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

  Cachet Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Owin O 200 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

  Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Oxo Ord 200Mg/500Mg Tablet

  Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd

• Ofpil O Tablet

  Psychotropics India Ltd

• Zuflo OZ 200mg/500mg Tablet

  Morepen Laboratories Ltd

• Ofrex O 200Mg/500Mg Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Woflox Oz 200 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Assault Novo 200 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Ofloking O Tablet

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, you should not take a medication randomly as this is an antibiotic.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  If you have overdosed on the medication, you must consult your doctor immediately. Certain signs of overdose include weakness and confusion.

This medicine is a combination of Ofloxacin and Ornidazole belonging to the class antibacterial and antiamoebic. Thus the medication follows a dual mechanism to produce its action. Firstly, it works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, which is essential for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This leads to expansion and destabilization of the bacterial DNA and causes cell death. Secondly, it works by seeping into the cells of the bacteria and/or protozoa through diffusion and damaging DNA and other critical biomolecules through the formation of reactive nitro radicals.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  These tablets can have adverse interactions with certain medications. These include cholera vaccine, amikacin, Furosemide, ethinyl estradiol, warfarin, chloramphenicol, and nifedipine.

• Interaction with Disease

  It can have negative interactions with certain diseases. These include heart disease, tendonitis, epilepsy impaired kidney function, and impaired liver function.

• Ques : What is Oflotas-Oz Tablet?

  Ans : Oflotas OZ tablet is a medication which has Ofloxacin and Ornidazole as active elements present in it. This tablet performs its action by inhibits the infections caused by bacteria and restricts the growth of microorganism.

• Ques : What is Oflotas-Oz Tablet used for?

  Ans : This drug is used to treat infectious diarrhoea and dysentery.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Oflotas-Oz Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include abdominal pain, joint pain, runny nose etc.

• Ques : Can Oflotas-Oz Tablet be used for bacterial infections and bacterial infections by inflammation of the peritoneum?

  Ans : Yes, Oflotas Oz Tablet is a medication which is used to treat infections caused by bacteria and bacterial infections by swelling of the peritoneum.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Oflotas-Oz Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, till the complete eradication of disease. Thus it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor and moreover taking this medication longer than it was prescribed, can also cause inadequate effect on the patient. So please consult your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Oflotas-Oz Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once a day, as the time interval upto which this medication has an impact, is around 24 hours.

• Ques : Should I use Oflotas-Oz Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is common to consume orally and the salts involved in this medication react properly, if it is taken with the food. If you take it with an empty stomach, it may cause stomach upset. Please consult the doctor before use.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Oflotas-Oz Tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts, which are suitable to store at room temperature and keeping this medication above or below that, can cause inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication away, from the reach of children. It is advised to dispose the expired or unused medication, for avoiding its inadequate effect.

• Ofloxacin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/ofloxacin

• Ornidazole- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/ornidazole