Oflomac 200 Tablet

Brand Name

Oflomac 200

Generic Name / Composition

Ofloxacin 200 mg

Main Category

• Antibiotic – Fluoroquinolone Class

Description

Oflomac 200 Tablet contains Ofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic.
It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes essential for bacterial DNA replication, thereby killing the bacteria.
It is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections in adults.

Uses / Indications

• Respiratory tract infections (pneumonia, bronchitis)

• ENT infections (sinusitis, otitis media, tonsillitis)

• Urinary tract infections (UTI), cystitis, pyelonephritis

• Gastrointestinal infections (infective diarrhea, dysentery, typhoid fever)

• Skin & soft tissue infections

• Bone and joint infections

• Sexually transmitted infections (gonorrhea, chlamydia)

Dosage (General Guidance)

(As prescribed by physician)

• Adults: Usually 200 mg twice daily (400 mg/day)

• Duration: 5–14 days depending on infection type and severity

Route: Oral
Advice: Take with water, preferably before or after meals; avoid dairy products or antacids close to dosing time

Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset

• Diarrhea, abdominal pain

• Headache, dizziness, insomnia

• Rash, itching (allergy)

• Rare but serious: Tendonitis/tendon rupture, seizures, peripheral neuropathy, QT prolongation

Precautions / Warnings

• Not effective for viral infections (cold, flu)

• Avoid in children, pregnancy, and breastfeeding (risk of joint & cartilage damage)

• Use with caution in elderly patients, seizure disorders, tendon disorders, or heart rhythm problems

• Avoid excessive sunlight exposure (photosensitivity risk)

• Complete full antibiotic course to prevent resistance

Drug Interactions

• Antacids, iron, calcium (↓ absorption of Ofloxacin)

• Warfarin (↑ bleeding risk)

• Corticosteroids (↑ risk of tendon rupture)

• Anti-arrhythmic drugs (↑ QT prolongation risk)

Packaging

• Strip of 10 tablets

Manufacturer

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Mumbai, India