Entof 400mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ofloxacin (400mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Deys Medical |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Entof 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and soft tissues, and lung infections (pneumonia). Entof 400mg 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. You may experience nausea and stomach pain as side effects, but these are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Diarrhea may also occur, but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease.
Entof 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
What potential gastrointestinal side effects may occur with Entof 400mg Tablet?
Yes, the use of Entof 400mg Tablet can cause diarrhea as a side effect. This is because the antibiotic can kill not only harmful bacteria but also beneficial ones in your stomach or intestine.
Is it safe to discontinue Entof 400mg Tablet once symptoms improve?
No, it's essential to complete the full course of treatment with Entof 400mg Tablet even if you feel better. Stopping the medication too soon may allow the infection to persist.
Are there increased risks associated with muscle damage while taking Entof 400mg Tablet?
Yes, use of Entof 400mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, such as tendonitis in the ankle (achilles tendon), which can occur in people of all ages. Inform your doctor if you experience any muscle pain.
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. Entof 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Your doctor has prescribed Entof 400mg 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 Entof 400mg 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.
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Entof 400mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Entof 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Entof 400mg 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.
