Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Biotic Healthcare
Active Ingredient Levofloxacin (250mg) + Ornidazole (500mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating4.7
User Reviews712

FAQ

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What if I miss my dose?
Take Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.
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What if I don't get better after using Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
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Can I stop taking Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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What if you forget to take Floxatic OZ Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg Tablet Reviews

Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg is a combination medicine that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to treat the infection. It also relieves the painful symptoms of the infection.

Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as per the prescription or as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better, which will ensure a better recovery.

Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine. You should consult the doctor about prescribing an alternative medicine for your condition.

How Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg Tablet Works

Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg is a combination of two antibiotics: Levofloxacin and Ornidazole. Levofloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Ornidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

How to Use Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg Tablet

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. Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg Tablet

  • In Dysentery: Dysentery or amoebic dysentery is a parasitic infection of the intestines that occurs mostly due to intake of contaminated food or water. The symptoms include loose stools (diarrhea), stomach cramps and stomach pain. Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg helps to treat this infection by killing the infection causing parasites. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
  • In Diarrhea: Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Uses of Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg Tablet

  • Diarrhea
  • Dysentery

Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg.
Liver  CAUTION
Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Quick Tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed this combination medicine for the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
  • Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.
  • Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you. 
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not use Floxatic OZ 250mg/500mg if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.

References

  1. Levofloxacin. Puerto Rico: Janssen Ortho LLC; 1996 [revised Sep. 2008].
  2. Ornidazole. Auckland, New Zealand: Teva Pharma (New Zealand) Limited; 2017.
  3. ScienceDirect. Ornidazole.

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