Manufacturer: Cachet Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Ofloxacin(200mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Cachof 200mg 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.
The medicine inhibits bacterial DNA, thereby restricting the growth and eventually killing the bacteria.
The pharmacokinetics of ofloxacin are characterised by almost complete bioavailability (95 to 100%), peak serum concentrations in the range of 2 to 3 mg/L after a 400mg oral dose and an average half-life of 5 to 8h.
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 Cachof
Nausea
Headache
Diarrhea
diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria.
diabetes.
low blood sugar.
dehydration.
low amount of potassium in the blood.
a low seizure threshold.
a painful condition that affects the nerves in the legs and arms called peripheral neuropathy.
Cachof 200mg 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.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cachof 200mg Tablet.
Cachof 200mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Use with caution Below 9years: Contraindicated
Ofloxacin is used to treat certain infections including pneumonia, and infections of the skin, bladder, reproductive organs, and prostate (a male reproductive gland).
colitis.
CNS disorders.
myasthenia gravis.
peripheral neuropathy.
QT interval prolongation.
tendonitis.
crystalluria.
diabetes.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Cachof 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cachof 200mg 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Cachof 200mg 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 Cachof 200mg 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.
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. Cachof 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Can the use of Cachof 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cachof 200mg 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 Cachof 200mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Cachof 200mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Cachof 200mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Cachof 200mg 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 Cachof 200mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
