Ofloxacin

Dosage Forms Available

• Ofloxacin can be taken orally (tablet, syrup) and used as drops (eye drops and ear drops).

Age And Dose Restrictions

• It can be used by adults above 18 years of age.

Contraindications 

• It is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Ofloxacin, patients having convulsions, tendonitis, seizures, brain damage, kidney issues, glucose-6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, history of heart diseases, and diabetes.

Other Medications To Avoid With This Medicine

• Avoid taking antacids (aluminium hydroxide), anti-ulcer medications (sucralfate), multivitamins (vitamin D3 or thiamine), corticosteroids (prednisone), anticoagulants (warfarin), bronchodilators (theophylline), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (aspirin), uricosurics (probenecid), antihistamines (cimetidine), immunosuppressants (ciclosporin), and antiarrhythmics (amiodarone). It may worsen when taken along with this syrup. These medications may alter the safety and effectiveness of Ofloxacin.

Overdose And Missed Dose

• If you take an overdose of this medication by accident and experience worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor. It is advised to adhere to the prescribed dose.
• If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember. But, if the next dose is near, skip the missed dose and resume the regular dosing regime.

Management Of Side Effects

• The side effects are resolved on discontinuation of the medicine. If side effects worsen or persist, consult your doctor for a possible treatment plan adjustment.

Use In Driving And Operating Machinery

• Refrain from driving or operating heavy machinery after taking this medication.

Use In Pregnancy And Lactation

• Caution is advised in pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Special Dietary And Lifestyle Recommendation

• Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day.
• Exercise regularly for the best physical and mental health.
• Take a balanced diet to nourish the body and the brain. 
• Maintain proper hygiene to avoid bacterial infections.
• Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
• Avoid foods rich in calcium, such as grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.
• Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which can cause indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.