SAZIFLOX-200 Tablets

Description

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

COMPOSITION

OFLOXACIN 200 MG TAB

How to use SAZIFLOX-200 Tablets

As directed by the physician

Tablets should be swallowed whole, not chewed.

Guidelines

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

Side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling).

Ofloxacin can cause serious side effects, including tendon problems, side effects on your nerves (which may cause permanent nerve damage), serious mood or behavior changes (after just one dose), or low blood sugar (which can lead to coma).

Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

low blood sugar–headache, hunger, sweating, irritability, dizziness, nausea, fast heart rate, or feeling anxious or shaky;

nerve symptoms in your hands, arms, legs, or feet–numbness, weakness, tingling, burning pain;

serious mood or behavior changes–nervousness, confusion, agitation, paranoia, hallucinations, memory problems, trouble concentrating, thoughts of suicide; or

signs of tendon rupture–sudden pain, swelling, bruising, tenderness, stiffness, movement problems, or a snapping or popping sound in any of your joints (rest the joint until you receive medical care or instructions).