Oflox-400 Tablet
Manufacturer
Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition
Ofloxacin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Oflox 400 Tablet is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Oflox 400 Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You may experience nausea and stomach pain as side effects, but these are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Diarrhea may also occur, but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Oflox 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Oflox 400 Tablet 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.
Quick Tips
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Oflox 400 Tablet 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.