OA 400mg Tablet

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Last updated on 13 Jan 2024 | 12:53 AM (IST)

OA 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections. It is used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative bacteria.

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Ofloxacin (400mg)

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Aaron Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

OA 400mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it 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.

You may experience nausea and stomach pain as the side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but do consult your doctor if they bother you or persist 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.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease.

Uses of OA Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of OA Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections
OA 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of OA Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of OA

Nausea
Headache
Dizziness
Itching
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Rash
Genital itching
Vaginal inflammation
Phlebitis
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use OA Tablet

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. OA 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How OA Tablet works

OA 400mg 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed OA 400mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue OA 400mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with OA 400mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

OA 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

OA 400mg 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

OA 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

OA 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of OA 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

OA 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of OA 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of OA 400mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of OA 400mg 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.

Can I stop taking OA 400mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking OA 400mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of OA 400mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?

Yes, use of OA 400mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take OA 400mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

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References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1011-13.
Ofloxacin. Potters Bar Hertfordshire: Generics [UK] Limited; 2002 [revised Mar. 2016]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Ofloxacin. Raritan, New Jersey: Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 2008. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Patient concerns

For O/A pl suggest whether collabond sachet can be taken?. How it is different from jointbond sachet?

Dr. Trilok Kumar Jha

Orthopaedics

Yes, you can very well used collarbone sachet, it is helpful in OA. Joint bond is somewhat different,. It is collagen peptide,costly, but helpful to treat OA.

i have bilateral knee pain, it is osteoarthritis, what drug should i take

Dr. Vipul Aggarwal

Orthopaedics

send me the X-rays please medicines have got no role in knee OA

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Address: Aaron Healthcare and Export Pvt.Ltd., Aaron House, Mahakali Caves Road, Andheri ( East), Mumbai-93

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OA 400mg Tablet

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of OA Tablet

Benefits of OA Tablet

Side effects of OA Tablet

How to use OA Tablet

How OA Tablet works

All substitutes for OA 400mg Tablet

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of OA 400mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Can I stop taking OA 400mg Tablet when I feel better?

Can the use of OA 400mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Patient concerns

For O/A pl suggest whether collabond sachet can be taken?. How it is different from jointbond sachet?

i have bilateral knee pain, it is osteoarthritis, what drug should i take

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