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Apr-24
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
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FAQs

Not recommended. A patient with a transplanted kidney might be taking an immunosuppressive drug like cyclosporin which is contraindicated with Oflox TZ Tablet 10's failing the efficacy of the Immnosuppresant drug. There are chances of rejection of the transplanted kidney in the patient and, hence, not recommended to take Oflox TZ Tablet 10's without a doctor's consultation.
Do not consume alcohol or alcohol-based products while taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's and at least 3 days after your treatment commences. You may experience unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, sweating and tingling under your skin.
Yes, after taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's, you may have diarrhoea. Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is an antibiotic that kills or prevents bacterial growth, so some good intestinal bacteria that aid digestion might also get killed. So, drink plenty of fluids and take probiotics to prevent excessive loss of fluids from the body (dehydration).
It is advised not to take Oflox TZ Tablet 10's should not be taken along with dairy products as it might affect the absorption and efficacy of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's. However, you can take it with a meal that includes these foods or drinks.
Oflox TZ Tablet 10's 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.
If you miss a dose of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Take Oflox TZ Tablet 10's 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).
No, Oflox TZ Tablet 10's 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
Oflox TZ Tablet 10's contains lactose so tell your doctor if you are intolerant to some sugars.
It is advised to tell your doctor if you are already taking Warfarin before taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's as it can increase the time it takes for blood clotting.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Oflox TZ Tablet 10's. But intake of alcohol with Oflox TZ Tablet 10's may damage your liver. So consuming alcohol should be avoided with Oflox TZ Tablet 10's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether Oflox TZ Tablet 10's will affect pregnancy. Hence, the intake of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as it may harm your foetus. Please consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. So, it may be unsafe to be used while breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's can affect alertness and coordination. So, driving vehicles and operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Caution

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's 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-coloured urine, or yellow discolouration of the skin/eye.

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Kidney

Caution

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Unsafe

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years of age.

About Oflox TZ Tablet 10's

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is a combination of medicine called 'antibiotics' primarily used to treat various infections caused by bacteria & protozoans. Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is used to treat a wide variety of infections caused by susceptible Gram-positive organisms, Gram-negative organisms, anaerobes, and protozoa. Examples of infection caused by protozoa include dysentery (inflammation of the colon) and malaria. 

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is a combination of two antibiotics: Ofloxacin and Tinidazole. Ofloxacin helps in treating and preventing a wide range of bacterial infections. It is bactericidal in nature, which means it works by killing bacteria that cause infections. It inhibits bacterial cells' process, ultimately destroying the bacteria, thereby preventing the further spread of the infection. Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic against most Gram-negative bacteria, many Gram-positive bacteria, and some anaerobes bacteria (that live without oxygen). On the other hand, Tinidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their genetic material called DNA. 

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's should be taken in the dose and duration your doctor advises. It is recommended to take it with food and be taken at a fixed time to achieve maximum effect. You may sometimes experience nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, etc. Most of these side effects of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. Please consult your doctor immediately if you experience any allergic reaction symptoms such as rashes, itching, swelling, or shortness of breath.

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 plan to get pregnant, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Use of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon (tough tissue that connects muscle to bone) rupture in all ages. People taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's who are over 60 years are at high risk, especially those taking anti-allergic medicines like corticosteroid drugs. Oflox TZ Tablet 10's is contraindicated in people with kidney/heart diseases and those who have had lung transplants, should its use is not recommended.

Uses of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's

Bacterial infections, Protozoal infections

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Medicinal Benefits

Oflox TZ Tablet 10's contains antibiotic Ofloxacin and Tinidazole, which helps treat and prevent a wide range of bacterial infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria, Gram-positive bacteria and some anaerobic bacteria (that live without oxygen). It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections by preventing the formation of their cell wall required for living. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Altogether it kills the bacteria. Oflox TZ Tablet 10's 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. 

Directions for Use

This medicine can be taken with or without food (excluding dairy products). Oflox TZ Tablet 10's should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor if you are not sure. Tablet: Swallow the tablet with water; Do not chew or crush the medicine.Suspension: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take/administer the prescribed dose using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Side Effects of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Headache
  • Metallic taste 
  • Stomach pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dryness in the mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take Oflox TZ Tablet 10's if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to Ofloxacin or other quinolone or fluoroquinolone antibiotics such as Delafloxacin, Gemifloxacin, Levofloxacin, Moxifloxacin, and Ciprofloxacin. Taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's may increase the chances of developing tendinitis (swelling of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle) or having 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 condition of joints causing pain, swelling, and loss of function), seizures (fits), epilepsy or if you participate in regular physical activity. Taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's 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 Oflox TZ Tablet 10's. And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. Patients with epilepsy and irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation) should tell their doctor before taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OfloxacinThioridazine
Critical
OfloxacinQuinidine
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • AZITHROMYCIN
  • METFORMIN
  • ZINC+MAGNESIUM+CALCIUM+PHOSPHORUS+CHOLECALCIFEROL
  • IBUPROFEN
  • SUCRALFATE
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CLOZAPINE
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • GLIPIZIDE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Tendon damage (especially to the Achilles tendon) can occur within 48 hours of starting Oflox TZ Tablet 10's treatment, so at the first sign of tendinitis (like painful swelling or inflammation), immediately stop taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's and consult a doctor. The affected limbs should be appropriately treated (immobilization).
  • In rare cases, prolonged use of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's may increase the sugar level to require regular blood sugar monitoring.
  • Oflox TZ Tablet 10's may cause confusion and dizziness affecting the central nervous system, so if you experience any of these symptoms, immediately stop taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's and consult a doctor. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not drink or eat many caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, cola, or chocolate. Oflox TZ Tablet 10's may increase nervousness, sleeplessness and anxiety caused by caffeine.
  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Oflox TZ Tablet 10's 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 diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria. 
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet. Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids daily while taking Oflox TZ Tablet 10's.
  • Avoid alcoholic consumption with Oflox TZ Tablet 10's as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Oflox TZ Tablet 10's in fighting off infections.

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