Introduction About OFLOMAC IV INFUSION

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION contains Ofloxacin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is recommended only for adults and is used to manage various bacterial infections involving the kidneys, genital tract, lungs, skin and soft tissue (the tissue under the skin and muscles). Bacterial infections are generally characterized by fever, extreme tiredness, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, groin or elsewhere, headache, nausea or vomiting.

Avoid drinking alcohol while receiving OFLOMAC IV INFUSION, as it may make you feel dizzy or sleepy. OFLOMAC IV INFUSION is not recommended for use if you have fits or ever had swollen tendons. Before receiving OFLOMAC IV INFUSION, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, heart, nerve, mental health problems, porphyria, myasthenia gravis, if you are about to have any surgery or taking a medicine used in cancer (methotrexate). 

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION is not recommended for use in pregnancy, breastfeeding women, children or adolescents, so consult your doctor before receiving it. The most common side effects of receiving OFLOMAC IV INFUSION are pain, redness or swelling at the area of administration. Contact your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse or persist.
 

Uses Of OFLOMAC IV INFUSION

It is indicated in the management of bacterial infections in adults, such as:

• urinary tract (kidney) infections
• genital tract infections (men and women)
• lung or chest infections
• skin and soft tissue infections

How OFLOMAC IV INFUSION Works

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION works by binding to and inhibiting bacterial enzymes required in DNA synthesis, thus interrupting DNA replication and managing bacterial cell multiplication.

How to use OFLOMAC IV INFUSION

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein as an intravenous infusion. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of OFLOMAC IV INFUSION

How To Manage Side Effects

Diarrhea

Drink lots of fluids, like water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not take medicines on your own to manage diarrhea without consulting your doctor.  If your symptom gets worse or persist, consult your doctor immediately.

Dizziness Or Drowsiness

Lie down until the dizziness subsides, then get up slowly. Move slowly and carefully, do not hurry. Get adequate rest. Drink plenty of water and other fluids. Avoid coffee, cigarettes, alcohol and drugs. If your symptom gets worse or persist, consult your doctor immediately.

Headache

Drink an ample amount of water. Get adequate rest. Try to be relaxed and stress-free. Do not take medicines on your own to manage a headache without consulting your doctor. If your symptom gets worse or persist, consult your doctor immediately.

Nausea And Vomiting

Take OFLOMAC IV INFUSION with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy foods. If your symptom gets worse or persist, consult your doctor immediately. Get adequate rest. Drink lots of fluids, especially water. Have small sips if you feel sick. Eat when you feel like it – you do not need to eat or avoid any specific foods. Do not take medicines on your own to manage vomiting without consulting your doctor. If your symptom gets worse or persist, consult your doctor immediately.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Contraindicated

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

Breastfeeding

Contraindicated

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

Driving and Using Machines

Use with Caution

Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience sleepiness, dizziness or problems with your eyesight after receiving OFLOMAC IV INFUSION.

Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Avoid consumption of alcohol while receiving OFLOMAC IV INFUSION as it might make you feel dizzy or sleepy.

Kidney

Use with Caution

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

Liver

Use with Caution

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not receive OFLOMAC IV INFUSION if you are allergic to Ofloxacin or any of the other ingredients in this medicine.

Heart Disease

Use with Caution

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION should be used with caution in patients with heart disease or problems with a  heartbeat, aortic aneurism (an enlarged or bulged large blood vessel), aortic dissection (tear in the aortic wall) or family history of it, vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, vascular disorders like Takayasu arteritis, giant cell arteritis, Behcet’s disease, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, prolonged QT interval, very slow heart rhythm, a weak heart or a history of a  heart attack. Consult your doctor before receiving OFLOMAC IV INFUSION.

Use In Pediatrics

Contraindicated

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age). Consult your doctor before receiving it.

Use In Geriatrics

Use with Caution

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before receiving OFLOMAC IV INFUSION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• methotrexate (used to manage rheumatism or cancer)
• medicines used to manage irregular heartbeat (Ex. disopyramide, amiodarone, sotalol quinidine, hydroquinidine, dofetilide, ibutilide, procainamide)
• other medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. erythromycin, clarithromycin, azithromycin)
• medicines used to manage blood clotting (Ex. warfarin, heparin)
• medicines used to manage depression (Ex. amitriptyline, clomipramine, imipramine)
• medicines used to manage high blood pressure (Ex. propranolol, amlodipine, furosemide)
• medicines used to induce sleep (Ex. fentanyl, hydromorphone)
• glibenclamide (used to manage diabetes)
• probenecid (used to manage gout)
• cimetidine (used to manage stomach ulcers or acidity)
• theophylline (used to manage breathing problems)
• medicines used to relieve pain and inflammation (Ex. ibuprofen, fenbufen, diclofenac, indomethacin)
• medicines used to manage inflammation (Ex. hydrocortisone, prednisolone)
• medicines used to manage psychiatric disorders (Ex. risperidone, quetiapine)

Overdosage:

OFLOMAC IV INFUSION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience confusion, dizziness, seeing things that are not there, shaking, fast irregular heartbeat, loss of consciousness, fits, nausea, bleeding in stools or any other unusual symptoms.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep OFLOMAC IV INFUSION out of reach from children
• Store below 30°C

FAQs About OFLOMAC IV INFUSION

Q: Does OFLOMAC IV INFUSION manage urinary tract infections?

A: Yes. OFLOMAC IV INFUSION is used to manage urinary tract infections. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Q: Does OFLOMAC IV INFUSION make you feel sleepy?

A: Yes. Avoid consumption of alcohol and do not drive or use any machines during management with OFLOMAC IV INFUSION as it can make you feel dizzy or sleepy.

Q: Can OFLOMAC IV INFUSION manage typhoid?

A: According to some studies, OFLOMAC IV INFUSION can be used to manage typhoid in adults who are infected with S. typhi resistant to other medicines like chloramphenicol, ampicillin and cotrimoxazole. However, consult your doctor before taking OFLOMAC IV INFUSION.

Q: Can OFLOMAC IV INFUSION make me feel suicidal?

A: OFLOMAC IV INFUSION might come with a risk of suicidal thoughts or actions. If at any time you have this kind of thought, immediately contact your doctor or go to the nearby hospital.

Q: Can OFLOMAC IV INFUSION cause itching?

A: Yes. OFLOMAC IV INFUSION may cause itching along with rashes. In such cases, avoid hot showers because hot water can irritate your skin further. Do not scratch the affected area. Use protective clothing when going outdoors. Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult your doctor if your symptom does not improve.

Q: Can OFLOMAC IV INFUSION be taken by children?

A: No. OFLOMAC IV INFUSION is used for adults and is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18 years of age. Your doctor will decide the correct dose or select a suitable alternative therapy for your child.

Q: What if I forget to take a dose of OFLOMAC IV INFUSION?

A: If you forget to take a dose of OFLOMAC IV INFUSION, take it as soon as you remember. However, omit the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not take the medicine twice to make up for the missed dose.

Q: Can OFLOMAC IV INFUSION be stopped?

A: Continue taking OFLOMAC IV INFUSION until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, worsening of your condition or any new symptoms. In such a case, contact your doctor right away. Do not stop taking OFLOMAC IV INFUSION just because you feel better. If you do so, your infection may get worse again.

Q: Can OFLOMAC IV INFUSION be taken in pregnancy?

A: OFLOMAC IV INFUSION is not recommended for use in pregnancy. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during management with OFLOMAC IV INFUSION.

Q: Can OFLOMAC IV INFUSION be crushed?

A: No. OFLOMAC IV INFUSION should not be broken, crushed, or chewed. Simply swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.

Q: Can I take other medicines with OFLOMAC IV INFUSION?

A: Before taking OFLOMAC IV INFUSION, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine, as these might interact with each other and cause serious side effects.

Q: Can OFLOMAC IV INFUSION cause nausea?

A: Yes. If you feel nauseous, take OFLOMAC IV INFUSION with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy foods. If your symptom gets worse or persist, contact your doctor immediately.

Q: Can I drive a car after taking OFLOMAC IV INFUSION?

A: Do not drive if you experience sleepiness, dizziness or problems with your eyesight after taking OFLOMAC IV INFUSION. Consult your doctor if you feel any side effects during management with OFLOMAC IV INFUSION that may stop you from driving or using machines.

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Bacterial culture
• Microscopic examination
• Completed Blood Count (CBC)