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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Ofcon OZ Suspension is used to treat infections caused by bacteria including pneumonia, gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted disease), typhoid fever, infectious diarrhoea, and infections of the skin, eye/ear, bone, joint, abdomen, and prostate (male reproductive gland). It contains Ofloxacin, which works by killing bacteria that cause infections and preventing the further spread of the infection. In some cases, you may experience sleep problems, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, itching, external genital itching in women, vaginal inflammation (vaginitis) and taste changes. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions. Do not take this medicine with dairy products as it may lower its efficacy.

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Composition :

OFLOXACIN-200MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Ofcon OZ Suspension

Ofcon OZ Suspension is used to treat infections caused by bacteria, including pneumonia, gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted disease), typhoid fever, infectious diarrhoea, and infections of the skin, eye/ear, bone, joint, abdomen, and prostate (male reproductive gland). A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. 

Ofcon OZ Suspension contains antibacterial Ofloxacin, which helps in treating and preventing a wide range of bacterial infections. It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections.  It inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells and kills the bacteria, thereby preventing the further spread of the infection. Ofcon OZ Suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic against most Gram-negative bacteria, many Gram-positive bacteria, and some anaerobes bacteria (which live without oxygen).

Ofcon OZ Suspension should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is advised to be taken with food and taken at a fixed time to achieve maximum effect. Do not take Ofcon OZ Suspension with dairy products as it may lower its efficacy. You may experience sleep problems, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, itching, external genital itching in women, vaginal inflammation (vaginitis) and taste changes in some cases. Most of these side effects of Ofcon OZ Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. If you experience any allergic reaction symptoms such as rashes, itching, swelling, or shortness of breath, immediately contact the doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have any lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), sleeping disorder or difficulty sleeping (sleep apnoea), severe liver disease, or problem with alcohol or other prescription recreational drugs. Inform your doctor if you are planning to get pregnant, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Use of Ofcon OZ Suspension is associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon (tough tissue that connects muscle to bone) rupture in all ages. People taking Ofcon OZ Suspension who are over 60 years old are at high risk, especially those who are taking any anti-allergic medicines like corticosteroid drugs. Ofcon OZ Suspension is contraindicated in people with kidney/heart diseases, and for those who have had lung transplants, its use is not recommended.

Uses of Ofcon OZ Suspension

Ofcon OZ Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Ofcon OZ Suspension are as follows:<br/>• Bacterial Infections: Ofcon OZ Suspension is commonly prescribed to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections.<br/>• Sexually Transmitted Infections: Ofcon OZ Suspension can be used to manage sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea and chlamydia effectively.<br/>• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Ofcon OZ Suspension is helpful in treating acute bacterial exacerbations in patients with COPD, improving symptoms and aiding recovery.<br/>• Infectious Diarrhea: Ofcon OZ Suspension is also effective in treating infectious diarrhea caused by certain bacterial strains.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Ofcon OZ Suspension can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.• It should be taken once a day or as recommended by the doctor.• Swallow Ofcon OZ Suspension as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Ofcon OZ Suspension contains the antibiotic Ofloxacin, which helps in treating and preventing a wide range of bacterial infections caused by most Gram-negative bacteria, many Gram-positive bacteria, and some anaerobes bacteria (that live without oxygen). It is bactericidal in nature and works by killing bacteria that cause infections by preventing the formation of the cell wall required for living. It also inhibits the repair of bacterial cells. Altogether it kills the bacteria. Ofcon OZ Suspension has the advantage of good penetration in most deep tissues and body fluids. Hence, it is also suitable for the treatment of deep tissue and bone bacterial infections.

How Ofcon OZ Suspension Works

Ofcon OZ Suspension contains antibacterial Ofloxacin, which helps in treating and preventing a wide range of bacterial infections. It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections.  It inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells and kills the bacteria, thereby preventing the further spread of the infection.

Storage

Keep Ofcon OZ Suspension out of the sight and reach of children.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ofcon OZ Suspension

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Ofcon OZ Suspension as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include nausea, dizziness, slurred speech, confusion, hot and cold flushes or numbness and swelling of the face. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Ofcon OZ Suspension if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to ofloxacin or any other quinolone or fluoroquinolone antibiotics such as delafloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, and ciprofloxacin. Taking Ofcon OZ Suspension may increase the chances of developing tendinitis (swelling of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle) or have a tendon rupture (tearing of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle). Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had a kidney, heart, or lung transplant, kidney disease, a joint or tendon disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune disorder of joints causing pain, swelling, and loss of function), seizures (fits), epilepsy or if you participate in regular physical activity. Taking Ofcon OZ Suspension may worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (a nervous system disorder that causes muscle weakness) and cause severe difficulty breathing or death. Dairy products should be avoided along with Ofcon OZ Suspension. And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Ofcon OZ Suspension as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. Patients with epilepsy and irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation) should tell their doctor before taking Ofcon OZ Suspension.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, cola, or chocolate. Ofcon OZ Suspension may increase nervousness, sleeplessness, and anxiety caused by caffeine.

  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Ofcon OZ Suspension to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like yogurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria. 

  • Include more fiber-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet. Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Ofcon OZ Suspension.

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Ofcon OZ Suspension as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Ofcon OZ Suspension in fighting off infections.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Ofcon OZ Suspension. But intake of alcohol with Ofcon OZ Suspension may damage your liver. So intake of Ofcon OZ Suspension should be avoided with Ofcon OZ Suspension.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Ofcon OZ Suspension is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether Ofcon OZ Suspension will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of Ofcon OZ Suspension should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant as it may harm the baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Ofcon OZ Suspension is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Ofcon OZ Suspension absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. So, it should not be taken while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Ofcon OZ Suspension can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Caution

Ofcon OZ Suspension to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may have to adjust the dose if there are symptoms of nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dark-colored urine, yellowing of or skin/eye.

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Kidney

Caution

Ofcon OZ Suspension to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Ofcon OZ Suspension can be given to children but under child specialist medical supervision. Ofcon OZ Suspension is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections, anthrax infection, or plague infection.

Have a query?

FAQs

Ofcon OZ Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections, including pneumonia, gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted disease), typhoid fever, infectious diarrhoea, and infections of the skin, eye/ear, bone, joint, abdomen, and prostate (male reproductive gland).

If you miss a dose of Ofcon OZ Suspension, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it&#039;s almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

No, Ofcon OZ Suspension should not be taken along with dairy products as it might affect the absorption and efficacy of Ofcon OZ Suspension. However, you can take it with a meal that includes these foods or drinks.

Ofcon OZ Suspension makes your skin sensitive to sunlight known as photosensitivity. So, prolonged exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light should be avoided. In case of emergency, you should always wear sunscreen before going out.

Yes, after taking Ofcon OZ Suspension, you may have diarrhea. Ofcon OZ Suspension is an antibiotic that kills or prevents bacterial growth, so in case some good intestinal bacteria which aid in digestion might also get killed. So, drink plenty of fluids and take probiotics to prevent excessive loss of fluids from the body (dehydration).

No, Ofcon OZ Suspension should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor

You are recommended to take Ofcon OZ Suspension either 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking an antacid, multivitamin, or other product that has calcium/magnesium/aluminium/iron/zinc, antiulcer agent (sucralfate) or anti-HIV drug (didanosine).

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

SCO - 90, Top Floor, Sector: 38-C, Chandigarh, 160036
Other Info - OF22324

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