Ofloxacin: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It is a prescription medicine used for urinary tract infections, prostate infections, typhoid fever, chest infections, and eye and ear infections. In Pakistan it is available as drops, tablets, ointment and solution, made by 17 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Ofloxacin works
Ofloxacin blocks enzymes bacteria need to copy their DNA, which stops them multiplying.
What is Ofloxacin used for?
Ofloxacin tablets are used for urinary tract and prostate infections, some chest and skin infections, and certain sexually transmitted infections. Eye and ear drops treat bacterial eye and ear infections.
Side effects of Ofloxacin
Common side effects of Ofloxacin include:
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Trouble sleeping
Stop and contact your doctor if you have tendon pain, numbness or tingling, a fast or irregular heartbeat, or mood changes.
Precautions and warnings
- It is not usually given to children or during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Keep a gap between tablets and antacids or iron or zinc supplements.
- Avoid strong sunlight.
- Finish the full course.
Frequently asked questions about Ofloxacin
What is the price of Ofloxacin in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Ofloxacin products currently in stock range from Rs 112 to Rs 509 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Ofcil Eye 0.3% Drops at Rs 112. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Ofloxacin are available in Pakistan?
Ofloxacin is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Exocin (Barrett Hodgson Pakistan Ltd), Tariflox (Bosch Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Oflobid (Hilton Pharma Ltd), Kunoxy (Remington Pharmaceuticals Industries), Otoflox (Sante Limited), Ofloscot (Scotman Pharmaceuticals), Ofly-v (Kobec Pharmaceuticals) and Ofvin (Jaens Pharmaceuticals Industries), along with 12 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Ofloxacin?
Yes. Ofloxacin is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Ofloxacin be used during pregnancy?
It is not usually given to children or during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Are all Ofloxacin brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Ofloxacin in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Ofloxacin brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 20+ products containing Ofloxacin from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
