Review the side-effects of Ofloxacin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Nausea, headache, sleeplessness, genital itching in women, dizziness, vaginal inflammation, diarrhea and vomiting.
Body as a whole - Weakness, chills, uneasiness, extremity pain and nosebleed.
Heart - Heart arrest, fluid retention, high blood pressure, low blood pressure, palpitations and dilatation of blood vessels.
Gastrointestinal - Indigestion.
Genitourinary - Burning, irritation, pain and rash of the female genitalia, painful menstrual period, irregular periods, painful urination, urinary frequency and urinary retention.
Musculoskeletal - Joint/muscle pain.
Central Nervous System - Seizures, anxiety, cognitive change, depression, dream abnormality, emotion, hallucinations, tingling, fainting, unsteadiness, tremor and confusion.
Metabolic - Increased thirst and weight loss.
Respiratory - Respiratory arrest, cough and runny nose.
Skin - Shock, increased sweating and hives.
Eye and ENT - Hearing loss, ringing in the ear, and sensitivity to light.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Nausea, headache, sleeplessness, genital itching in women, dizziness, vaginal inflammation, diarrhea and vomiting.
Body as a whole - Weakness, chills, uneasiness, extremity pain and nosebleed.
Heart - Heart arrest, fluid retention, high blood pressure, low blood pressure, palpitations and dilatation of blood vessels.
Gastrointestinal - Indigestion.
Genitourinary - Burning, irritation, pain and rash of the female genitalia, painful menstrual period, irregular periods, painful urination, urinary frequency and urinary retention.
Musculoskeletal - Joint/muscle pain.
Central Nervous System - Seizures, anxiety, cognitive change, depression, dream abnormality, emotion, hallucinations, tingling, fainting, unsteadiness, tremor and confusion.
Metabolic - Increased thirst and weight loss.
Respiratory - Respiratory arrest, cough and runny nose.
Skin - Shock, increased sweating and hives.
Eye and ENT - Hearing loss, ringing in the ear, and sensitivity to light.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Ofloxacin
Ofloxacin(Floxin) generic is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, skin and skin structure infections, and others. It fights bacteria in the body.Trade Names for Ofloxacin
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