Leaflet OFLOXIN 200 200mg film-coated tablets
Product code: W12404001 Quantity: 10
Indicated for: bacterial infections
Route of administration: oral
Substance: ofloxacin (fluoroquinolone antibiotic)
ATC: J01MA01 (Antiinfectives for systemic use | Quinolone antibacterials | Fluoroquinolones)
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.
Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV radiation.
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
This medicine may affect the nerves or nervous system.
This medicine may increase the risk of heart rhythm disturbances.
This medicine may increase the risk of seizures.
Stop treatment and seek medical advice if tendon pain occurs.
Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used for the treatment of bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, skin infections, and eye infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, preventing bacterial DNA replication.
The medication is available in the form of tablets, injectable solutions, or eye drops and should be used as directed by a doctor. The dosage and duration of treatment are adjusted based on the type and severity of the infection.
Patients should be aware of potential side effects, such as nausea, diarrhea, or allergic reactions. It is important to inform the doctor of any unusual symptoms or the use of other medications.
Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, and headaches. In rare cases, severe reactions such as tendinitis, tendon rupture, or severe allergic reactions may occur. Patients should be informed of these risks before starting treatment.
General data about OFLOXIN 200 200mg
- Substance: ofloxacin
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2013
- Product code: W12404001
- Concentration: 200mg
- Pharmaceutical form: film-coated tablets
- Quantity: 10
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for ofloxacin
Concentrations available for ofloxacin
- 0.3%
- 200mg
- 200mg/100ml
- 3mg/g
- 3mg/ml
- 400mg