Description: Ofloxamac 200 tablet is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase, and used to treat a range of bacterial infections.
Pharmaceutical Dosage Form: Tablet
Route of Administration: Oral
Composition: Each film coated tablet contains:
Ofloxacin I.P. 200 mg
Excipients q.s.
Colours: Titanium Dioxide I.P. and Tartrazine
Mechanism of Action: Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone whose primary mechanism of action is inhibition of bacterial DNA gyrase. It has a broad spectrum of activity against aerobic Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, although it is poorly active against anaerobes.
Indications: Ofloxamac 200 tablet is commonly used to treat various bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and certain sexually transmitted infections.
Dosage: As prescribed by the physician.
Storage: Store protected from light and moisture.
Presentation: 20 x 10 tablets
Side effects:
Nausea
Headache
Dizziness
Itching
Insomnia
Rashes
Contraindications: Ofloxamac 200 tablet is contraindicated in patients with a history of quinolone-associated hypersensitivity reactions, myasthenia gravis, and prolonged QTc interval.
Drug Interactions: Ofloxamac 200 tablet should not be taken with the following medicines due to severe side effects –
Bepridil
Cisapride
Dronedarone
Levoketoconazole
Mesoridazine
Pimozide
Piperaquine
Thioridazine
Precautions: Ofloxamac 200 tablet should be used with caution in patients with a history of tendon disorders, seizures, or those with certain pre-existing conditions.
