Manufacturers

Fibovil Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Levofloxacin (750mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Treatment of Bacterial infections Ovilox 750 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.u003cbr>u003cbr>This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed, even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Benefits

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. Ovilox 750 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.u003cbr>Avoid Ovilox 750 Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

Description

Ovilox 750 Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.Ovilox 750 Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.You may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

How To Use

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. Ovilox 750 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.u003cbr>Avoid Ovilox 750 Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Ovilox 750 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ovilox 750 Tablet 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. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ovilox 750 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Ovilox 750 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Ovilox 750 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ovilox 750 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Ovilox 750 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.However, stop the medicine and inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Ovilox 750 Tablet, 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.

Packaging Detail

strip of 10 tablets

Package

Strip

Qty

10

Product Form

Tablet

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Fluoroquinolone|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: OPHTHAL|Action Class :: Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Primary Use

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Common Side Effect

Headache | Dizziness | Nausea | Constipation | Diarrhea

Alcoholinteraction

SAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

CAUTION

Liverinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Manufacturer Address

Plot No. 398, Industrial Area, Phase-1, Panchkula 134113

Q A

Q. Is Ovilox 750 Tablet safe?::: Ovilox 750 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.| Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Ovilox 750 Tablet?::: If you forget a dose of Ovilox 750 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.| Q. Can the use of Ovilox 750 Tablet cause diarrhea?::: Yes, the use of Ovilox 750 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.| Q. Can I stop taking Ovilox 750 Tablet when I feel better?::: No, do not stop taking Ovilox 750 Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. If you stop using Ovilox 750 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen. Continue taking Ovilox 750 Tablet in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.| Q. Can the use of Ovilox 750 Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?::: Yes, the use of Ovilox 750 Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle. Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Ovilox 750 Tablet but it may be more significant in people above 60 years of age. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

How It Works

Ovilox 750 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Interaction

Ovilox Tablet 750 & Afrelect 0.5mg Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided. | Ovilox Tablet 750 & Afrelect 1mg Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided. | Ovilox Tablet 750 & Rasalect 1 Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided. | Ovilox Tablet 750 & Rasalect 0.5 Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided. | Ovilox Tablet 750 & Relgin 0.5 Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided. | Ovilox Tablet 750 & Rasipar 0.5mg Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided. | Ovilox Tablet 750 & Rasipar 1mg Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided. | Ovilox Tablet 750 & Relgin 1 Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided. | Ovilox Tablet 750 & Rasagin 0.5mg Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided. | Ovilox Tablet 750 & Rasagin 1mg Tablet :

Concurrent use of Rasagiline and Levofloxacin should be avoided.

Marketer Details

Fibovil Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | Plot No. 398, Industrial Area, Phase-1, Panchkula 134113

Reference

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