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O Bact 400mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Product Of GR Healthcare Laboratories

Composition: Ofloxacin (400mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About O Bact 400mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about O Bact 400mg Tablet

Description:

O Bact 400mg 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.

O Bact 400mg 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 may experience nausea and stomach pain as the side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but do consult your doctor if they bother you or persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Limitedly, 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.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. O Bact 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of O Bact

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Itching
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Rash
  • Genital itching
  • Vaginal inflammation
  • Phlebitis
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with O Bact 400mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
O Bact 400mg 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
O Bact 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
O Bact 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
O Bact 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of O Bact 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
O Bact 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of O Bact 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Can the use of O Bact 400mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, the use of O Bact 400mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can I stop taking O Bact 400mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking O Bact 400mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of O Bact 400mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?

Affirmative, use of O Bact 400mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take O Bact 400mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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