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Offtex 0.3% Infusion is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Offtex 0.3% Infusion also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Offtex 0.3% Infusion depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Offtex 0.3% Infusion have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Offtex 0.3% Infusion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Offtex 0.3% Infusion has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Offtex 0.3% Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Offtex 0.3% Infusion since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Offtex 0.3% Infusion contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Offtex 0.3% Infusion with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Offtex 0.3% Infusion is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Offtex 0.3% Infusion is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Offtex 0.3% Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Offtex may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Offtex, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Offtex 0.3% Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
Offtex can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Offtex 0.3% Infusion on the Kidneys?
Offtex may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Offtex 0.3% Infusion on the Liver?
Side effects of Offtex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Offtex 0.3% Infusion on the Heart?
Offtex is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Offtex 0.3% Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Offtex 0.3% Infusion habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Offtex 0.3% Infusion is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Offtex 0.3% Infusion, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Offtex 0.3% Infusion can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Offtex 0.3% Infusion is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Offtex 0.3% Infusion is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Offtex 0.3% Infusion
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Offtex 0.3% Infusion to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Offtex 0.3% Infusion
Consuming Offtex 0.3% Infusion with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Offtex can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
No, Offtex is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Yes, you can take Offtex for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Yes, Offtex is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Offtex can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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