Oflomac OZ Tablet 10's

Ofloxacin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of the urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, female genital organ, skin \u0026 soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia).

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Oflomac OZ Tablet

Oflomac OZ Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy

• Your doctor has prescribed Ofloxacin to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
• Discontinue Ofloxacin and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
• Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
• Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Ofloxacin : Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Stomach pain, Diarrhea;Ornidazole : Sleepiness, Tiredness, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Vertigo, Tremor, Skin reaction, Numbness of extremity

Oflomac OZ Tablet is to be taken with food.
Taking it empty stomach can cause stomach upset.

Ofloxacin is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Q. Can I take Ofloxacin with paracetamol?
Ofloxacin can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can the use of Ofloxacin cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Ofloxacin can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. Can I stop taking Ofloxacin when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Ofloxacin and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. Can the use of Ofloxacin increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Ofloxacin is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Ofloxacin. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

Oflomac OZ Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.