Ofloxacin Tablets 200mg
Ofloxacin Tablets 200mg

Ofloxacin Tablets 200mg

Description

Ofloxacin is used to treat certain bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It may also be used for other problems as determined by your doctor. Ofloxacin may mask or delay the symptoms of syphilis. It is not effective against syphilis infections.

Ofloxacin belongs to the class of drugs known as fluoroquinolone antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Indication:

Ofloxacin is an antibiotic that is commonly used for the following infections caused by certain bacteria.

Usage:

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

  • For oral dosage form (tablets):
    • For treatment of infection:
      • Adults—200 to 400 milligrams (mg) every 12 hours for 3 to 14 days, depending on the medical problem being treated. Prostatitis is usually treated for 6 weeks. Gonorrhea is usually treated with a single oral dose of 400 mg.
      • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Precaution:

  • Fluoroquinolones have been associated with disabling and potentially irreversible serious adverse reactions that have occurred together including: tendinitis and tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, and CNS effects
  • Discontinue the drug immediately and avoid use of systemic fluoroquinolones in patients who experience any of these serious adverse reactions
  • May exacerbate muscle weakness in patients with myasthenia gravis; fluoroquinolones should be avoided in patients with known history of myasthenia gravis
  • Because fluoroquinolones have been associated with serious adverse reactions, reserve drug use in patients who have no alternative treatment options for the following indications: Acute bacterial sinusitis; acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis

Side Effects:

Common Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Light-headedness
  • Mild abdominal discomfort
  • Loose stools
  • Headaches

Severe Reactions Requiring Immediate Help

  • Tendon rupture (especially Achilles)
  • QT prolongation (heart rhythm disorder)
  • Peripheral neuropathy (tingling, numbness)
  • Psychiatric disturbances (confusion, anxiety)

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