Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for OFFTEX TZ 200MG/500MG TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for OFFTEX TZ 200MG/500MG TAB
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Overview
OFFTEX TZ 200MG/500MG TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.OFFTEX TZ 200MG/500MG TAB is composed of: TINIDAZOLE (500.0 MG), OFLOXACIN (200.0 MG)
Tinidazole is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.Tinidazole is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as infection of the intestines or vagina. It is also used to treat certain sexually transmitted infections.It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.
Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Ofloxacin is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, lungs, prostate, or urinary tract (bladder and kidneys). Ofloxacin is also used to treat pelvic inflammatory disease and Chlamydia and/or gonorrhea.
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics can cause serious or disabling side effects that may not be reversible. Ofloxacin should be used only for infections that cannot be treated with a safer antibiotic.
Usage
TINIDAZOLE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Trichomoniasis, Giardiasis, Bacterial VaginosisOFLOXACIN is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Deep Skin Infection, Urinary Tract Infection, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
OFFTEX TZ 200MG/500MG TAB is generally taken With Food.Precautions for OFFTEX TZ 200MG/500MG TAB and its Constituents
- You should not use this medication if you are allergic to tinidazole or metronidazole.
- Do not take tinidazole during the first 3 months of pregnancy.
- Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.Some infections are treated with only one dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
- Do not share this medication with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.
- If you are treating a sexually transmitted infection, make sure your sexual partner seeks medical attention to be treated also.
- Take this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
- Tinidazole will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking tinidazole and for at least 3 days after your treatment ends.
- Check the label of the products and other medicines you use, such as mouthwash or cough and cold medicines. Alcohol in these products can also cause a reaction if you use them while taking tinidazole.It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
- Tinidazole may cause live bacterial vaccines to not work as well. Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of joint problems, rheumatoid arthritis, heart, kidney, or lung transplant; Alzheimer disease, seizures, stroke, central nervous system disorder, heart, liver, or kidney disease, decrease in blood minerals, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or light-headedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid exposure to sunlight. It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid long-term use of this medication;
Common Side-Effects
TINIDAZOLE : Heartburn, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Fever, Chills, Body Pain, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Constipation, Head Headache, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Belching, Abdomen Painful Bowel Movements, Body Discomfort, Weight Loss (unintentional), Upper Abdomen Discomfort, Chest Discomfort, Dry MouthOFLOXACIN : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Nausea, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Difficulty Sleeping
Serious Side-Effects
TINIDAZOLE : Seizure, Throat Soreness, Easy Bleeding, Arms Tingling, Legs TinglingOFLOXACIN : Easy Bruising, Fever, Throat Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Abdomen Pain, Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat
Rare Side-Effects
TINIDAZOLE : Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Noisy Breathing, Shortness Of Breath, Wheezing, Chest Pain, Coated Or Furry Tongue, Throat Soreness, Hoarse Voice, Mood Swings, Loss Of Voice, Neck Enlarged Or Swollen GlandsOFLOXACIN : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Face Swelling
Disease Interactions
OFLOXACIN can interfere with: CNS Disorder, Myasthenia Gravis, Heart Arrhythmias, Hypokalemia, Ischemic Heart Disease, Magnesium Deficiency, Congestive Heart Disease, Supraspinatus Tendonitis, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Diabetes Mellitus, Acute Renal FailureTechnical Classification
TINIDAZOLE is categorized as: AMEBICIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVESOFLOXACIN is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
Available Alternatives for OFFTEX TZ 200MG/500MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| OFFTEX TZ 200MG/500MG TAB | INR 13.17 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOCHEM TZ 200MG/500MG TAB | INR 85 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OT 200MG/500MG TAB | INR 70 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 500.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| AGLOFLOX TZ 200MG/600MG SUSP | INR 19 for 60 ML SUSPENSION | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| AGROFLOX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 55.62 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| ANAFLOX H TAB | INR 39 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE , OFLOXACIN |
| BESTOFLOX TZ 200MG/300MG TAB | INR 60.65 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 300.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| BESTOFLOX TZ TAB | INR 61.55 for 8 TABLETS | OFLOXACIN 600.0 MG, TINIDAZOLE |
| CIFOXIN TZ 200MG/300MG TAB | INR 92.23 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 300.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| CIPTID TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 59.5 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| CLOF TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 76.41 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| DIOFLOX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 56.41 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| DTO 200MG/600MG SUSP | INR 38.7 for 30 ML SUSPENSION | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| DTO 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 78.65 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| ELDEFLOX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 85 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| EUFOX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 25 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| FLOXIBACT TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 60 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| FLOXUR TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 80.2 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| FREZ DS 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 53 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| GALOXIN TZ TAB | INR 49.5 for 10 TABLETS | OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG, TINIDAZOLE |
| HARPOON DD 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 61.83 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| HARPOON TZ 400MG/600MG TAB | INR 97.45 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 400.0 MG |
| HYCIP TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 70.5 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| MALOFLOX-TZ TAB | INR 78 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600 MG, OFLOXACIN 200 MG |
| MEGAFLOX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 60.63 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| NICOFLOX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 26.25 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| O CEBRAN TN 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 49 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OA TZ 200MG/600MG CAP | INR 55.25 for 10 CAPSULES | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OBACT TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 79.2 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFAL TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 70.42 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFFMARK TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 78 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFGYL 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 70.67 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFGYL H 100MG/300MG TAB | INR 50 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 300.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 100.0 MG |
| OFLA TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 55.52 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLABIN TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 64.2 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLAMED TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 50.23 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLER TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 50.47 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLO TZ 200MG/300MG TAB | INR 50.95 for 6 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 300.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLO TZ FORTE 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 66.25 for 4 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOBACT TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 66.51 for 100 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOCHEM TZ SYP | INR 12.62 for 30 ML SYRUP | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLODEX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 60.63 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOKEM TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 72.53 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOMAC TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 79.75 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOSTAR TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 94.38 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOTAS TZ SYP | INR 13.75 for 30 ML SYRUP | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOTIN 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 69.3 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 106 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFLOX TZ 50MG/150MG SUSP | INR 44 for 60 ML SUSPENSION | TINIDAZOLE 150.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 50.0 MG |
| OFLOX TZ 50MG/150MG SYP | INR 29.75 for 30 ML SYRUP | TINIDAZOLE 150.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 50.0 MG |
| OFLOX TZ FC- TAB | INR 80.25 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600 MG, OFLOXACIN 200 MG |
| OFLOX TZ SUSP | INR 29.25 for 30ML SUSPENSION | TINIDAZOLE 150 MG, OFLOXACIN 50 MG |
| OFLOXIBACT TZ TAB | INR 31.37 for 10 TABLETS | OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG, TINIDAZOLE |
| OFNIDA 200MG/600MG SUSP | INR 45.16 for 60 ML SUSPENSION | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFNIDA 50MG/150MG SYP | INR 45.16 for 30 ML SYRUP | TINIDAZOLE 150.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 50.0 MG |
| OFO T SUSP | INR 30 for 30 ML SUSPENSION | OFLOXACIN , TINIDAZOLE |
| OFREX TZ 200MG/600MG SUSP | INR 20.32 for 30 ML SUSPENSION | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFREX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 80 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFSET TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 64.5 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFT 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 61.98 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFTOP TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 76.8 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFTUM TZ TAB | INR 60 for 10 TABLETS | OFLOXACIN , TINIDAZOLE |
| OFWIN TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 66.41 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 66.38 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OFX TZ 50MG/150MG SYP | INR 47.47 for 60 ML SYRUP | TINIDAZOLE 150.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 50.0 MG |
| OKAFLOX TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 112 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OLIFE TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 60.52 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| ONOFF TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 60 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OPEC TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 76.2 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OPEN TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 68.83 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OSON T 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 43.35 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OXA TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 83.48 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OXO TZ 200MG/600MG SUSP | INR 26.25 for 30 ML SUSPENSION | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| OXO TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 24.43 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| PIN OT 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 92.86 for 15 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| Q VID TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 56.2 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| QUINOBID TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 62.45 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| SEPTICURE TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 63 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| SUNFLO TZ TAB | INR 75.68 for 10 TABLETS | OFLOXACIN , TINIDAZOLE |
| TINI OF 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 68.87 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| TOPCIN TZ 200MG/300MG TAB | INR 69.81 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 300.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| Z- OFLOX -TZ TAB | INR 64.9 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600 MG, OFLOXACIN 200 MG |
| ZANOCIN-TZ FC- TAB | INR 120 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600 MG, OFLOXACIN 200 MG |
| ZENOTIN 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 54.5 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| ZENOTIN FORTE 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 35.94 for 6 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| ZENOTIN TAB | INR 59.5 for 10 TABLETS | OFLOXACIN 300.0 MG, TINIDAZOLE |
| ZEVID TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 85 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| ZO T 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 28.56 for 6 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |
| ZOCIN TZ 200MG/600MG TAB | INR 70.4 for 10 TABLETS | TINIDAZOLE 600.0 MG, OFLOXACIN 200.0 MG |