Oflomac 400 Tablet is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections. It is used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative bacteria.
Oflomac 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 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.
HOW TO USE OFLOMAC TABLET
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. Oflomac 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
SAFETY ADVICE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Oflomac 400 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oflomac 400 Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oflomac 400 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Oflomac 400 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Oflomac 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oflomac 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Oflomac 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Oflomac 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
INTERACTION WITH DRUGS
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- Tendon rupture
- Arthralgia (joint pain)
- Sleep problems
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Itching
- External genital itching in women
- Vaginal inflammation (vaginitis)
- Taste changes
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE OFLOMAC TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Oflomac 400 Tablet, 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.