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NOXITEF-TZ

NOXITEF-TZ is a dual-action tablet containing Norfloxacin (fluoroquinolone antibiotic) and Tinidazole (antiprotozoal and antibacterial), supplied in blister packaging. This combination is especially effective in treating gastrointestinal and urinary infections where both bacteria and protozoa may be present, including mild to moderate cases of diarrhea, dysentery, and stomach infections.

How it Works

Norfloxacin blocks bacterial DNA gyrase, inhibiting DNA replication in bacteria and leading to their elimination.
Tinidazole damages the DNA of anaerobic bacteria and protozoa, killing these pathogens and clearing infection.
Together, they broaden antimicrobial coverage, providing rapid and effective relief for digestive and urinary tract infections.

Main Uses

Treatment of diarrhoea, dysentery, and severe stomach infections caused by susceptible bacteria and protozoa.
Effective management of mixed gastrointestinal infections, traveller’s diarrhea, amoebic dysentery, and some urinary tract infections.
May also address dental, skin, and soft tissue infections where both bacterial and protozoal organisms contribute.

Key Benefits

Combined action enables broader killing of infection-causing organisms.
Offers rapid relief from abdominal pain, watery stools, fever, and cramping associated with bacterial and parasitic gastroenteritis.
Two-in-one therapy reduces the need for multiple drugs and improves convenience and compliance.

Dosage & Administration

Typically taken twice daily (morning and evening) as a full course, with or without food; do not take with milk or dairy for best absorption.
Swallow whole with water; do not crush or chew.
Maintain proper hydration to counter dehydration due to diarrhea.
Complete the prescribed course for best results and to avoid recurrence or resistance.

Safety & Precautions

Common side effects: nausea, metallic taste, dry mouth, headache, upset stomach, dizziness.
Avoid alcohol, as it increases risk of stomach irritation and excessive drowsiness.
Not recommended for those allergic to either component, or with a history of tendon rupture, severe neurological disorders, liver/kidney dysfunction, or myasthenia gravis.
Inform doctor about pregnancy, breastfeeding, and all ongoing medications before starting.
Do not use in patients with blood in stools or severe constipation; consult doctor immediately if diarrhea lasts more than 48 hours or for severe symptoms.
May increase systemic exposure of Norfloxacin when taken with Tinidazole; careful monitoring is necessary for potential side effects.
Watch for allergic reactions, tendon pain, numbness, or tingling; seek medical help if severe or persistent side effects develop.

Oflomac 100 Tablet

Oflomac 100 Tablet contains Ofloxacin (100mg), a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It is effective against infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). This medicine works by stopping the growth and multiplication of bacteria, thereby curing the infection.

How it Works:
Ofloxacin inhibits a bacterial enzyme called DNA gyrase, which prevents bacteria from dividing and repairing themselves, ultimately killing them.

Key Benefits:

Effective in treating urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Relieves respiratory infections like pneumonia, bronchitis
Helps cure skin and soft tissue infections
Treats throat and genital infections
Prevents infection from spreading further

Common Side Effects:

Nausea, headache, dizziness
Rash, itching, vaginal inflammation
Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
Phlebitis, injection site reaction (if injectable form is used)

Safety Advice:

Alcohol: Avoid alcohol, as it can increase side effects.
Pregnancy: Not recommended unless prescribed; may be unsafe.
Breastfeeding: Avoid use; may pass into breast milk.
Driving: May cause dizziness, blurred vision, or sleepiness; avoid driving if affected.
Kidney/Liver: Use with caution; dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney or liver disease.

Directions for Use:
Take Oflomac 100 Tablet with or without food at a fixed time daily. Swallow whole with water. Do not skip doses and complete the full course even if you feel better, to prevent antibiotic resistance.

Oflomac 200 Tablet

Oflomac 200 Tablet contains Ofloxacin (200mg), a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is effective against infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). This medicine works by inhibiting bacterial growth, thereby curing and preventing the spread of infection.

How it Works:
Ofloxacin blocks a bacterial enzyme called DNA gyrase, which is essential for bacterial division and repair. By inhibiting this enzyme, it kills the bacteria and controls infection.

Uses of Oflomac 200 Tablet

Treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Treatment of respiratory infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis
Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
Treatment of ear, nose, and throat infections
Treatment of genital infections

Benefits of Oflomac 200 Tablet

Effectively clears bacterial infections
Prevents recurrence or spread of infection
Provides relief from symptoms such as fever, pain, or inflammation caused by infection
Useful against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria

Common Side Effects

Nausea, headache, dizziness
Rash, itching, vaginal inflammation
Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
Phlebitis (vein inflammation)
Stomach discomfort, diarrhea
Rarely, injection site reactions (pain, redness, swelling)

Safety Advice

Alcohol: Avoid alcohol as it can worsen side effects.
Pregnancy: Not recommended unless prescribed; may be unsafe for the developing baby.
Breastfeeding: Probably unsafe; may pass into breast milk.
Driving: Avoid driving if you feel dizzy, sleepy, or have vision disturbances.
Kidney/Liver: Use with caution; dose adjustments may be needed in patients with kidney or liver impairment.

Directions for Use

Take Oflomac 200 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not chew or crush. It can be taken with or without food, but taking it at the same time daily ensures better results. Complete the full course even if you feel better to prevent bacterial resistance.

Oflomac 300 Tablet

Oflomac 300 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine containing Ofloxacin (300mg). It is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including those affecting the urinary tract, respiratory tract (lungs, throat, nose), skin, soft tissues, and certain types of pneumonia. It works by blocking the activity of a bacterial enzyme (DNA-gyrase), which prevents bacteria from multiplying and repairing themselves, ultimately killing them and clearing the infection.

This medicine should be taken in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor, with or without food, preferably at a fixed time each day. Do not skip doses, and complete the full course to prevent the infection from returning or bacteria from becoming resistant.

Possible side effects of Oflomac 300 Tablet include nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, insomnia, itching, or rash. Most of these are mild and temporary, but consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. Rarely, severe allergic reactions may occur (such as swelling of lips, tongue, face, or difficulty in breathing), which require immediate medical attention.

Safety Advice:

Alcohol: Avoid alcohol, as it may worsen side effects like dizziness.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Use only if prescribed by a doctor; may not be safe.
Driving: May cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision — avoid driving if affected.
Kidney/Liver Patients: Use with caution; dose adjustment may be needed.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s close to your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one — do not double up.

Oflomac 400 Tablet

Oflomac 400 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine containing Ofloxacin (400mg). It is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including those affecting the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It works by inhibiting a bacterial enzyme (DNA-gyrase), which prevents bacteria from multiplying and repairing themselves, ultimately killing them and controlling the infection.

This medicine should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor, with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Do not skip doses and complete the full course, even if you feel better, to prevent the bacteria from becoming resistant.

Possible side effects may include nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, insomnia, itching, or rash. These are usually temporary, but if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor. Rarely, severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling of lips/face, difficulty in breathing) may occur and require immediate medical help.

Safety Advice:

Alcohol: Avoid alcohol; it may worsen side effects like dizziness.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Use only if prescribed; safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding is limited.
Driving: May cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. Avoid driving if affected.
Kidney/Liver: Use with caution; dose adjustment may be required in patients with kidney or liver problems.

Missed Dose: If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one — do not double the dose.

Oflomac 50mg/5ml Syrup

Oflomac 50mg/5ml Syrup is an antibiotic medicine containing Ofloxacin, belonging to the fluoroquinolone class. It is used in children and adults to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including those affecting the respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, and gastrointestinal system.

The medicine works by inhibiting bacterial DNA-gyrase, an enzyme necessary for bacteria to multiply and repair. By stopping this process, it effectively kills bacteria and clears the infection.

Uses of Oflomac Syrup

Treatment of respiratory infections (bronchitis, pneumonia)
Treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
Treatment of gastrointestinal infections, such as infectious diarrhea and typhoid fever
Treatment of ear, nose, and throat infections

Benefits of Oflomac Syrup

Provides quick relief from bacterial infections
Broad-spectrum activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria
Oral liquid form makes it easy for children to take
Helps reduce fever, pain, and discomfort caused by infections

Common Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
Headache, dizziness
Diarrhea
Rash or mild itching
Rare: Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)

Most side effects are mild and temporary. Consult a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen.

Safety Advice

Prescription only: Use under medical supervision.
Children: Safe for pediatric use, but dose should be strictly as directed by the doctor.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Use only if clearly advised by a healthcare professional.
Driving: May cause dizziness; avoid driving if you feel drowsy or lightheaded.
Kidney/Liver patients: Dose adjustments may be required; consult your doctor.
Alcohol: Avoid as it may worsen side effects.

Directions for Use

Take the syrup in the exact dose prescribed by the physician.
Shake the bottle well before use.
Use the provided measuring cup/spoon for accurate dosing.
Complete the full course even if the symptoms improve early, to prevent bacterial resistance.

OFLOMAC 60 ML SYP

Oflomac Oral Solution contains Ofloxacin (50mg/5ml), an antibiotic medicine used in children to treat a wide range of bacterial infections including those of the eyes, ears, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract. It is also sometimes used as part of the treatment for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB).

The dose and duration depend on your child’s age, weight, and severity of infection. Give it orally at a fixed time, with or without food. If your child develops a stomach upset, give it with meals. If vomiting occurs within 30 minutes of taking the dose, repeat it (unless the next dose is due). Do not double the dose.

Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, headache, rash, and dizziness. These are usually mild and temporary, but consult a doctor if they persist or worsen.

Safety Advice:

Kidney/Liver: Use with caution in children with kidney or liver disease; dose adjustments may be needed. Stop use immediately if symptoms of hepatitis (vomiting, paleness, weakness) occur.
Missed Dose: Give as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.

How it works: Oflomac Oral Solution interferes with bacterial DNA, preventing them from multiplying or repairing themselves. This kills the bacteria and stops the infection from spreading.

Oflomac Forte Oral Solution

Oflomac Forte Oral Solution contains Ofloxacin (100mg/5ml), a broad-spectrum antibiotic used in children to treat bacterial infections of the eyes, ears, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. It is also sometimes used as part of the treatment for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB).

The medicine should be given orally at a fixed time each day, with or without food. If your child develops a stomach upset, it is preferable to give it with meals. The exact dose and duration depend on your child’s age, body weight, and severity of infection, as prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking a dose, repeat the same dose (unless the next scheduled dose is near). Do not double the dose.

Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, rash, headache, dizziness, and itching. These effects are usually mild and temporary, but consult the doctor if they persist or become troublesome.

Safety Advice:

Kidney/Liver: Use with caution in children with kidney or liver disease. Dose adjustments may be required. Discontinue use immediately if symptoms of hepatitis (such as vomiting, paleness, or weakness) occur.
Missed Dose: Give as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed one. Do not give a double dose.

How it works: Oflomac Forte Oral Solution kills infection-causing bacteria by damaging their DNA, preventing them from multiplying or repairing themselves. This helps stop the spread of infection and promotes recovery.

This way, it’s clean, professional, consistent with your Oflomac Oral Solution entry (50mg/5ml), and easy to use in a product listing or medicine catalog.

Oflomac IV

Oflomac IV 200mg Infusion contains Ofloxacin (200mg), a broad-spectrum antibiotic used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. It is effective against infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract (including pneumonia), nose, throat, skin, and soft tissues.

This medicine is given as an intravenous infusion by a healthcare professional, usually in hospitalized or unconscious patients where oral administration is not possible. It works by blocking a bacterial enzyme (DNA-gyrase), preventing the bacteria from multiplying or repairing themselves, thereby stopping the infection. To ensure effectiveness and prevent antibiotic resistance, the full prescribed course must be completed, even if symptoms improve early.

Possible side effects include nausea, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, itching, rash, difficulty sleeping (insomnia), vaginal inflammation, and injection site reactions (redness, swelling, or pain). These are usually temporary, but seek medical advice if they persist or worsen. Rarely, severe allergic reactions may occur, requiring urgent medical attention.

Safety Advice:

Alcohol: Avoid alcohol during treatment.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Not recommended unless prescribed; consult your doctor.
Driving: May cause dizziness or vision disturbances—avoid driving if affected.
Kidney/Liver: Use with caution in patients with kidney or liver impairment; dose adjustments may be needed.

Missed Dose: Since it is given by a healthcare provider, missing a dose is unlikely. If a dose is missed, consult your doctor immediately.

Oflomac OZ Tablet

Oflomac OZ Tablet contains a combination of Ofloxacin (200mg) and Ornidazole (500mg). It is an antibiotic and antiprotozoal medicine used for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections, including those affecting the teeth, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract.

The medicine works by combining the effects of its two active ingredients. Ofloxacin kills bacteria by stopping them from multiplying, while Ornidazole destroys parasites and anaerobic bacteria by damaging their DNA. Together, they ensure effective clearance of mixed bacterial and parasitic infections.

How to use:
Oflomac OZ Tablet should be taken orally with food to avoid stomach upset. Take it at the same time each day to ensure maximum effectiveness. Swallow the tablet whole—do not crush or chew it. The dose and duration are prescribed by the doctor depending on the severity of infection and the patient’s condition. Even if you feel better, complete the full course as stopping early may cause relapse or resistance.

Possible side effects:
Most side effects are mild and temporary. Commonly reported ones include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), diarrhea, itching, and vaginal inflammation. If any side effect persists or worsens, consult your doctor immediately. In case of allergic reactions such as rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing, seek urgent medical help.

Precautions:

Avoid alcohol during treatment as it may cause excessive drowsiness or dizziness.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney disease. Dose adjustments may be required.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or sleepy while taking this medicine.

Missed dose:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.

Oflomac-M Forte Suspension

Oflomac-M Forte Suspension contains a combination of Ofloxacin (100mg/5ml) and Metronidazole (200mg/5ml). It is an antibiotic and antiprotozoal medicine used in children to treat a wide range of bacterial and parasitic infections, including those affecting the teeth, gums, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and genital tract. It is especially effective in managing conditions like diarrhea and dysentery caused by mixed infections.

This suspension works by damaging the DNA of harmful bacteria and parasites, thereby stopping their growth and preventing the infection from spreading. With its dual-action formula, it offers broader coverage against difficult infections.

How to use:
Oflomac-M Forte Suspension is given orally, usually twice daily (morning and evening), with or without food. If your child experiences stomach upset, give it with meals. If vomiting occurs within 30 minutes of a dose, the same dose may be repeated. Always measure the dose with a proper measuring cup or spoon and shake the bottle well before use. The exact dose and duration are determined by the doctor based on your child’s age, body weight, and the severity of infection. Completing the full prescribed course is essential to prevent relapse or resistance.

Possible side effects:
Most children tolerate Oflomac-M Forte Suspension well, but some may experience nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, metallic taste, loss of appetite, mild rash, urine discoloration, or difficulty sleeping (insomnia). These effects are usually mild and temporary. If they persist or worsen, consult your child’s doctor.

Precautions:
Before use, inform your doctor if your child has a history of allergies, kidney disease, liver problems, or heart conditions. Dose adjustments may be needed in cases of kidney or severe liver impairment.

Missed dose:
If a dose is missed, give it as soon as you remember unless it is nearly time for the next one. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Oflomac-M Suspension

Oflomac-M Suspension contains a combination of Ofloxacin (50mg/5ml) and Metronidazole (100mg/5ml). It is an antibiotic and antiprotozoal medicine used in children to treat bacterial and parasitic infections, especially those causing diarrhea, dysentery, and infections of the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, lungs, genital tract, and teeth.

This medicine works by damaging the DNA of harmful bacteria and parasites, thereby stopping their growth and preventing the infection from spreading. By combining two active agents, it provides broad-spectrum protection against mixed bacterial and parasitic infections.

How to use:
Oflomac-M Suspension is given orally, usually at a fixed time each day, with or without food. The dose is carefully decided by the doctor depending on your child’s age, weight, and severity of infection. Shake the bottle well before each use and measure the dose with a proper measuring cup or spoon. Ensure the full course is completed, even if symptoms improve, to prevent recurrence and resistance.

Possible side effects:
Oflomac-M Suspension is generally well tolerated, but some children may experience nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, metallic taste, loss of appetite, or temporary urine discoloration. These effects are usually mild and go away once the body adjusts to the medicine. However, if side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor promptly.

Precautions:
Before starting this medicine, inform the doctor if your child has a history of allergy, liver problems, kidney disease, or heart conditions. Proper medical supervision helps ensure safe and effective treatment.

Missed dose:
If you miss a dose, give it as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for the next one, skip the missed dose — do not double the dose to make up.