Ofloxacin
Uses
Ofloxacin is used for the treatment of bacterial infections
How it Works
Ofloxacin is an antibiotic, Ofloxacin works by entering bacterial and protozoal cells and interfering with their DNA. Ofloxacin damages the DNA and also prevents the bacteria and protozoa from forming new DNA. This results in tinidazole killing the micro-organisms, which clears up the infection.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Ofloxacin may suffer from such side effects;
Vomiting,
Nausea,
Abdominal pain,
Constipation,
Diarrhoea,
Dizziness,
Dry mouth,
Altered taste,
Fatigue,
Flatulence,
Headache,
Loss of appetite,
Vaginal burning sensation, pain, itching and irritation
Pain in urethra,
Burning sensation in urethra
Flavoxate
Uses
Flavoxate is used in the treatment of overactive urinary bladder, prostate enlargement, bladder infections, or irritation of the urethra. Flavoxate is also used to treat bladder symptoms such as painful urination, frequent or urgent urination, increased night-time urination, bladder pain, and incontinence (urine leakage)
How it Works
Flavoxate works by stopping sudden bladder muscle contractions, reduces muscle spasms and increasing the volume of urine that the bladder can hold. This helps then to control urinary symptoms and eases any pain or discomfort experienced.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Flavoxate can include the symptoms below;
Dry mouth,
Dizziness,
Headache,
Sleepiness,
Constipation,
Blurred vision,
Dry skin