Ofloxacin Flavoxate Tablets 200/200 Mg

What Are Ofloxacin Flavoxate Tablets 200/200 Mg?

Ofloxacin Flavoxate Tablets contain:

• Ofloxacin (200 mg) – a fluoroquinolone antibiotic effective against various Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria that cause urinary tract infections.

• Flavoxate (200 mg) – a smooth muscle relaxant that relieves bladder irritability, urgency, and painful urination associated with UTIs and other urinary disorders.

This combination both eradicates the bacterial infection and relieves symptomatic bladder irritation. It should only be used when a bacterial cause of urinary symptoms is confirmed or strongly suspected by a healthcare provider.

Uses / Therapeutic Indications

Ofloxacin Flavoxate Tablets 200/200 Mg are used for:

• Treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by susceptible bacteria.

• Relief of pain, urgency, frequency, and bladder spasms associated with urinary infections.

• Adjunctive therapy to reduce discomfort during antibiotic treatment of urinary symptoms.

How It Works

Ofloxacin: A fluoroquinolone that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, stopping bacterial DNA replication and leading to bacterial death. This lowers bacterial load and clears infection.

Flavoxate: Acts on smooth muscle in the bladder to reduce detrusor muscle spasms and bladder irritability, improving symptoms like urinary urgency and painful urination.

Dosage & Administration

• Usual Dose: As prescribed by a qualified physician.

• Administration: Taken orally with a full glass of water, typically once or twice daily depending on severity and doctor’s instruction.

• Food: May be taken with or without food.

• Missed Dose: If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered unless near the next dose; do not double the dose.

• Course Completion: Finish the full antibiotic course even if symptoms improve earlier.

Dosing must be individualized based on infection severity, renal function, and other clinical factors.

Side Effects

Common Side Effects:

• Nausea and vomiting

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Stomach pain

• Blurred vision (due to antispasmodic effect)

Less Common / Serious:

• Tendon pain or swelling (a known risk with fluoroquinolones)

• Central nervous system symptoms (confusion, hallucinations — rare)

• Severe allergic reactions

• Photosensitivity reactions

Seek immediate medical attention for severe symptoms such as severe rash, breathing difficulty, or muscle weakness.

Precautions & Warnings

• Fluoroquinolone antibiotics like Ofloxacin should be used cautiously with a history of tendon disorders.

• Not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women unless clearly necessary.

• Use caution in patients with kidney or liver dysfunction; dose adjustments may be required.

• Avoid excessive sun exposure due to possible photosensitivity.

• Report other medications to your doctor, as some drugs can interact with Ofloxacin.

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (20–25 °C).

• Protect from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

• Keep out of reach of children.

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