Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial

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Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial belongs to a group of chemicals known as antibiotics and works tirelessly in the body to eliminate illnesses such as sinus infections,pharyngitis,pneumonia and other lung infections as well as skin,stomach and uncomplicated urinary tract infections.

Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is to be ingested orally (by mouth) once or twice daily or as directed by the doctor.It is advised to have Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial with food if it causes an upset stomach.If Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is to be taken more than once in a day,the patient is advised to take the doses at the same time each day keeping an 6 or 8-12 hour gap in between each dose.

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day.If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dose time or next day,do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is to be ingested for a specific number of days determined by the physician depending on the patient’s illness and their response to treatment.It is imperative not to stop Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial earlier than the specified time as that may lead to a return of the infection.

Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is considered unsafe to be prescribed to children,pregnant and to lactating mothers as well.Certain medications such as anticoagulants,NSAIDS and diuretics tend to interact negatively with Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial and therefore it is advised to not have these medications along with Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial.It is advised to ingest Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial atleast 4 hours before or after ingesting any drug or vitamins.Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial may cause stomach problems,headaches and fatigue,these symptoms last a few days and tend to resolve on their own.Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is not to be ingested longer than the prescribed time.

Indications

Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial can be used to treat:

• Sinus infections 
• Lung infections 
• Pneumonia 
• Skin infections 
• Stomach infections 
• Urinary tract infections 

How Does Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial Work

{{product} belongs to a wide spread chemical group known as antibiotics.Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial works by preventing the growth/multiplication of the bacteria in the human body thus eradicating the infection.

How To Use Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial

Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is to be ingested orally (by mouth) twice or thrice,daily or as directed by the doctor.It can be ingested either with or without food.The patient is advised to take each dose at the same time each day keeping a 6 or 8-12 hour gap in between each dose.Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is available in tablet form.

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day.If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dose time or next day,do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is to be ingested for a specific number of days determined by the physician depending on the patient’s illness and their response to treatment.It is imperative not to stop Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial earlier than the specified time as that may lead to a return of the infection.

Dosage

Adult Dosage

Commonly a tablet a day is prescribed but in certain cases,doctor’s might also ask the patient to ingest two tablets a day keeping a 6-8 hour gap between each dose.

Child Dosage

Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is not safe to be prescribed to patients aged younger than 18 years 

Elderly Dosage 

Elderly patients that are susceptible to kidney and liver problems,a lowered dose of Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial may be prescribed under the care and supervision of a physician.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is deemed unsafe to be prescribed to pregnant and breastfeeding women.If you are undergoing treatment with Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial and become pregnant,inform your doctor immediately,the doctor will ask you to stop using Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial:

• Allergic reaction to Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial or any other drug or ingredient
• Allergic reaction to Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial or any other drug or ingredient
• Moderate to high heart illnesses
• Uncontrolled diabetes 
• Myasthenia gravis 
• Seizures 
• Moderate to high liver diseases 
• Moderate to high kidney diseases 
• Pregnant woman 
• Lactating women 
• Children 

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial

• Mild to moderate heart illnesses 
• Mild to moderate liver impairment
• Mild to moderate kidney impairment
• Edema of hands,face,feet or throat 
• Breathing difficulties
• Elderly patients 

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial:

• Corticosteroids
• Anti-seizure drugs 
• Antipsychotic drugs 
• NSAIDS 
• Heart medication 
• Antidiabetic drugs 
• Antacids 
• Magnesium 
• Zinc 
• Sucralfate 
• Iron supplements 
• Blood thinners 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial has certain side effects which include:

• Headaches 
• Fatigue
• Stomach problems 
• Dizziness 
• Agitation 

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Seizures 
• Numbness of hands and feet 
• Severe diarrhea 
• Tendon rupture 
• Arrhythmias 
• Joint pain

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Headaches– In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe.
• Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak -If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
• Flatulence- Can be eased by consuming smaller,more frequent meals that don’t trigger your flatulence.Getting a minimum of 30 minutes of daily exercise has shown great results in combating flatulence.
• Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhoea –Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water. If you have diarrhoea, replenish with plenty of water or other fluids. 
• Fatigue– Patients experiencing this adverse effect, are advised to take deep breaths,intake tea or coffee,get a good night’s rest and not to overburden themselves for a few days.

Key Facts About Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial

• Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is an antibiotic used to treat lung,skin and sinus infections
• Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is prescribed to patients aged 18 years and above 
• Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is not safe to be prescribed to pregnant and lactating women 
• Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is not to be ingested along with NSAIDS and antiseizure medications
• Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial may cause stomach problems,headaches and fatigue 

FAQ

 #1.CAN Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial BE USED IF PATIENT IS HAVING FLU SYMPTOMS?

Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is not deemed to be effective against viruses as Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is an antibiotic and therefore works on bacteria to eliminate bacterial infections.

#2.HOW TO STORE Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial?

Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#3.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial?

An extra dose or two of Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is not known to cause any harm but an excess ingestion of Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is a cause for concern and should be avoided and immediately reported to the doctor as it may lead to serious side effects such as fainting,breathlessness and irregular heartbeats.

#4.WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#5.HOW IS Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is to be ingested orally (by mouth) once daily or as directed by the doctor.It is advised to have Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial with food if it causes an upset stomach.If Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is to be taken more than once in a day,the patient is advised to take the doses at the same time each day keeping an 6 or 8-12 hour gap in between each dose.Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is available in tablet as well as in liquid form.

#6.HOW DOES Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial WORK?

{{product} belongs to a wide spread chemical group known as antibiotics.Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial works by preventing the growth/multiplication of the bacteria in the human body tus eradicating the infection.

#7.WILL Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

#8.CAN I TAKE Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No,Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy under the care and supervision of a medical professional.

#9.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial?

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal cramps
• Fatigue
• Changes in sense of taste
• Loss of appetite
• Headaches 

#10.WHAT LAB TESTS WILL BE PRESCRIBED WHILE TREATMENT WITH Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial AND HOW OFTEN?

Kidney and liver function tests along with blood tests to keep check on serum potassium levels are advised to be done periodically along with an occasional ECG test to monitor the OT intervals of a beating heart.

#11.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE PAINKILLERS WHILE TAKING Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial?

Yes.Over the counter painkillers such as paracetamol (not ibuprofen) are safe to be ingested along with Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial under the supervision of a doctor.

#12.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial ALONG WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES?

Yes.There is no evidence to suggest that Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial interacts with oral contraceptives.

#13.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE ANTACIDS FOR INDIGESTION ALONG WITH Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial?

No.As certain antacids containing magnesium and/or aluminum may interact with the absorption of Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial by the body and are therefore advised to be ingested a minimum of 2 hours before the intake of Oflobid IV 200mg Injection 1 vial.