Uses of Oflacin 200

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Oflacin 200

Nausea
Stomach pain
Diarrhea

How to use Oflacin 200

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. Oflacin 200 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Oflacin 200 works

Oflacin 200 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.

What if you forget to take Oflacin 200?

If you miss a dose of Oflacin 200, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Oflacin 200 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 Oflacin 200 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.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Oflacin 200.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Oflacin 200 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Oflacin 200 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Oflacin 200 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Oflacin 200 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oflacin 200 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Oflacin 200 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Oflacin 200 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.