Jeil Tarivid Tablets 200 Milligrams (Ofloxacin)

Adult dosage

○ Adults usually take 300～600 mg of ofloxacin per day in 2～3 divided doses. ○ For Hansen's disease, take 400～600 mg of this medicine per day in 2～3 divided doses. In principle, use in combination with other anti-Hansen's disease medicines. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

This drug is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, used for the treatment of specific bacterial infections. When taking this drug, serious side effects can occur such as tendinitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system abnormalities, and exacerbation of myasthenia gravis, so caution is advised. If any of these symptoms occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately and medical advice sought. This drug should not be used in patients with myasthenia gravis as it may exacerbate symptoms. It is also recommended to use this drug only when there are no other treatment options available for specific infections such as acute bacterial sinusitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, uncomplicated urinary tract infections, and acute otitis media. Elderly patients, those with renal impairment, solid organ transplant patients, and those taking corticosteroids should avoid concomitant use as the risk of tendon rupture increases. This drug may cause central nervous system side effects like seizures, dizziness, or headaches, and should be used with caution in patients with central nervous system disorders. Various adverse effects have been reported including serious allergic reactions, abnormalities in the liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal system, blood abnormalities, neurological and psychiatric issues, skin abnormalities, musculoskeletal issues, respiratory issues, and cardiovascular issues; therefore, if any abnormal symptoms occur, medical advice should be sought immediately. It should not be used in pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, nursing mothers, or growing children and adolescents, as caution is needed for patients with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency or epilepsy. This drug may interact with other medications, especially anticoagulants, antidiabetics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and antacids; any concomitant use should be discussed with a healthcare professional. Adequate hydration is required while taking this medication, and patients should avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays. It is advisable to avoid activities requiring alertness, such as driving or operating machinery, if dizziness or drowsiness occurs. During the treatment period, regular tests including liver function, kidney function, and blood tests are necessary; in case of overdose, immediate medical assistance should be sought. Keep the medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container for safety.

Tendinitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system effects, exacerbation of myasthenia gravis, anaphylactic shock, anaphylactoid reaction, rash, itching, erythema, edema, fever, warmth, vesicles, erythema, photosensitivity reaction, hematuria, acute renal failure, nephrolithiasis, interstitial nephritis, elevated BUN, elevated serum creatinine, jaundice, liver failure, increased AST/ALT, increased ALP, increased gamma-GTP, elevated total bilirubin, cholestatic jaundice, fulminant hepatitis, membranous colitis, abdominal pain, frequent diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, gastric and abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, cirrhosis, loss of appetite, gastric abdominal pain, dyspepsia, chest pain, thirst, taste disturbances, stomatitis, glossitis, abdominal distension, constipation, dysphagia, gastrointestinal bleeding, oral mucosal pain, intestinal perforation, anemia, leukopenia, decreased hemoglobin, decreased hematocrit, thrombocytopenia, eosinophilia, agranulocytosis, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, petechiae and purpura, prolonged prothrombin time, reversible bone marrow suppression, lymphocytopenia, neutropenia, increased ESR, insomnia, dizziness, headache, seizures, tremors, numbness, peripheral nerve disorders, visual disturbances, auditory disturbances, hallucinations, drowsiness, nervous hyperexcitability, sleep disorders, confusion, anxiety, depression, agitation, cumbersome feeling, delirium, suicidal thoughts, suicide, perceptual disturbances, olfactory and vestibular sensory disorders, ataxia, aphasia, heavy feeling in the head, skin and mucous membrane syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle weakness, myositis, weakness, elevated CPK, elevated myoglobin, rhabdomyolysis, pharyngitis, respiratory distress, bronchospasm, allergic pneumonia, epistaxis, wheezing, fever, cough, abnormal chest X-ray, eosinophilia, interstitial pneumonia, cerebral thrombosis, pulmonary edema, tachycardia, hypertension, hypotension, palpitations, vasodilation, cardiovascular collapse, prolonged QT interval, ventricular tachycardia, dysuria, polyuria, urinary retention, anuria, polyuria, hematuria, urinary retention, pyuria, diabetes, proteinuria, alkaline urine, vaginitis, vaginal candidiasis, increased vaginal discharge, itching of the female genitalia, menstrual irregularities, uterine cramps, eruptions of the female genitalia, pain, irritation, burning sensation, hypoglycemic symptoms, limb pain, fatigue, fever, drowsiness, nausea, facial flushing, facial edema, numbness, inaccurate speech, loss of spatial orientation

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is also advisable to avoid storing it in extremely hot or cold places and to keep it at normal room temperature.

Appearance

White to yellowish-white round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle