Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections. It is indicated in the treatment of shigellosis, dental infections, post-surgical infections, diarrhoea, and mixed infections of the cervix and vagina. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Harmful bacteria produce toxins, which can damage tissue and cause sickness.
Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion is a combination of two antibiotic drugs: Ofloxacin and Ornidazole. Ofloxacin prevents the bacteria from repairing and dividing. Ornidazole damages the DNA of the infection-causing bacteria. Together, Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion kills the bacteria and helps in treating bacterial infections.
Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Talk to your doctor if you experience pain in tendons, swelling, and inflammation, as Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion may increase the risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis. Consult your doctor before taking Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion as it may cause increased dizziness. Ofcard OZ 200mg/500mg Infusion is not recommended for use in children.