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OF Suspension Substitute

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Composition:

OFLOXACIN-50MG

Uses:

OF Suspension is used in the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The detailed uses of OF Suspension are as follows:<br/>• Respiratory Tract Infections: OF Suspension is used to treat infections like bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, and tonsillitis, helping relieve symptoms such as cough, fever, and breathing difficulty.<br/>• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): It is effective against bladder and kidney infections, reducing symptoms like painful urination, frequent urination, and abdominal discomfort.<br/>• Gastrointestinal Infections: OF Suspension may be used to treat infectious diarrhea, typhoid fever, and other GI infections caused by susceptible bacteria.<br/>• Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: OF Suspension helps manage cellulitis, impetigo, and infected wounds by eliminating the bacteria responsible for redness, swelling, and pus formation.<br/>• Ear and Eye Infections: OF Suspension is also used for bacterial conjunctivitis and ear infections, especially in pediatric patients.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

OF Suspension contains Ofloxacin. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) bacteria. OF Suspension is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections in children. OF Suspension works by inhibiting the repair of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

FAQs

OF Suspension is used to treat Bacterial infections.

OF Suspension contains Ofloxacin belonging to the fluoroquinolone class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the repair of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell.

No, OF Suspension is not used to treat viral infections. OF Suspension is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.

No. As it is an antibiotic, it is advised to complete the entire treatment course of your child as prescribed. If the treatment is stopped abruptly, there may be drug resistance.

OF Suspension can cause diarrhoea in children. OF Suspension is an antibiotic that kills toxic bacteria, but it can also affect the useful bacteria in your intestine or stomach and lead to diarrhoea. If your child has diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your paediatrician recommends it.

It is recommended that you complete the course of OF Suspension even if you feel better. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking OF Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any adverse events, that persist seek medical attention.

OF Suspension may increase the risk of muscle damage in rare cases, particularly in individuals with pre-existing muscle conditions like myasthenia gravis. If you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, seek medical attention promptly.

OF Suspension works by killing bacteria that cause infections. It inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells and kills the bacteria, thereby preventing the further spread of the infection.

OF Suspension effectively treats infections by targeting and eliminating the bacteria that cause them. Through its antibacterial properties, OF Suspension halt the growth and spread of the infection, helping to prevent further complications and promote recovery.

Before taking OF Suspension, it's essential to consult your doctor about potential interactions with other medications. To ensure safe treatment, discuss your ongoing medications and medical history with your doctor, and they will help you manage any potential interactions.

It is unknown whether OF Suspension will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of OF Suspension should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant as it may harm the baby.

You may experience sleep problems, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, itching, external genital itching in women, vaginal inflammation (vaginitis) and taste changes in some cases. Most of these side effects of OF Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. If you experience any allergic reaction symptoms such as rashes, itching, swelling, or shortness of breath, immediately contact the doctor.

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of OF Suspension as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include nausea, dizziness, slurred speech, confusion, hot and cold flushes or numbness and swelling of the face. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.