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Ofloxacin 200 mg: uses, price & cheaper substitutes

Prescription required (Schedule H)

Common uses: Urinary tract infections and prostate infections; Bacterial diarrhoea and typhoid-like fevers, as decided by a doctor.

Listed MRPs range from ₹1.31 to ₹19.69 per tablet across 9 listings. Use only on a doctor's prescription.

Price comparison

BrandManufacturerPackMRP₹ / tabletAs on
Ofloxacin Tablets IP 200mgJan AushadhiJan Aushadhi (PMBJP)10₹13.13₹1.3119 October 2026
Eufox 200Lupin Ltd10₹80.95₹8.1019 October 2026
Oflotas 200Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd10₹81.09₹8.1119 October 2026
Zenflox 200Mankind Pharma Ltd10₹85.07₹8.5119 October 2026
Oflomac 200Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd10₹91.26₹9.1319 October 2026
Oflokem 200Alkem Laboratories Ltd10₹93.75₹9.3819 October 2026
Zanocin 200Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd10₹102.19₹10.2219 October 2026
Oflox 200Cipla Ltd10₹110.50₹11.0519 October 2026
Oflin 200Zydus Healthcare Limited10₹196.88₹19.6919 October 2026

MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.

Uses

  • Urinary tract infections and prostate infections.
  • Bacterial diarrhoea and typhoid-like fevers, as decided by a doctor.
  • Chest infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia caused by sensitive bacteria.
  • Skin and soft tissue infections and some sexually transmitted infections.

How to take it

Take one 200 mg tablet twice a day about 12 hours apart, or exactly as prescribed, with or without food and with a full glass of water. Drink plenty of fluids during the course. Take it at least 2 hours before or after antacids, iron, zinc, calcium or multivitamin tablets, which stop it being absorbed. Finish the whole course even if you feel better, usually 3 to 10 days depending on the infection. Stop and see a doctor immediately if you get tendon pain or swelling, tingling or numbness, severe diarrhoea, palpitations or a rash. Avoid strong sun and driving until you know how it affects you.

Side effects

Common

  • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or stomach pain.
  • Headache or dizziness.
  • Trouble sleeping.
  • Change in taste, dry mouth.
  • Vaginal itching or discharge.

Serious

Stop and get medical help urgently if you notice any of these.

  • Tendon pain, swelling or rupture (especially the Achilles tendon), even months after the course – more likely over 60 or with steroids.
  • Numbness, tingling, burning or weakness in the hands or feet (nerve damage that can be lasting).
  • Seizures, confusion, hallucinations, severe mood change, or worsening of myasthenia gravis.
  • Severe diarrhoea, irregular heartbeat, fainting, low blood sugar, or blistering rash.

Safety information

Alcohol

Avoid alcohol; it worsens dizziness and stomach upset and can mask warning symptoms.

Pregnancy

Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding unless a doctor decides there is no safer option. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.

Kidney problems

Tell your doctor about kidney disease – the dose is usually reduced, and kidney problems raise the risk of tendon and nerve side effects.

Liver problems

Tell your doctor about liver disease; liver tests may be monitored.

Children

Not for children under 18 unless a specialist prescribes it, because of possible bone, joint and tendon problems.

Missed dose

Take it when you remember unless the next dose is nearly due – then skip it. Never take two doses at once.

Interactions

  • Antacids (Gelusil, Digene), iron, zinc, calcium and multivitamin tablets, sucralfate – take ofloxacin 2 hours before or after them.
  • NSAID painkillers such as ibuprofen, diclofenac – higher risk of seizures and nervous system effects; ask your doctor.
  • Steroids (prednisolone, dexamethasone) – greatly increase tendon rupture risk.
  • Diabetes medicines (glimepiride, insulin) – blood sugar can swing low or high; check more often.
  • Medicines that affect heart rhythm (amiodarone, some antipsychotics, antidepressants) – tell your doctor.
  • Warfarin and theophylline – levels can change; your doctor may monitor.

Frequently asked questions

What is Oflox 200 used for?

It is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic for bacterial infections of the urinary tract, gut, chest, skin and some sexually transmitted infections. It does not work for viral fevers, colds or flu.

Oflox 200 before or after food?

Either. Take it with a full glass of water about 12 hours apart, and keep it 2 hours away from antacids, iron, zinc or calcium tablets.

Can I take Oflox 200 with alcohol?

Avoid alcohol during the course. It worsens dizziness, stomach upset and dehydration and can hide early warning signs of side effects.

Oflox 200 vs Oflox OZ – what is the difference?

Oflox 200 is ofloxacin alone. Oflox OZ adds ornidazole, which also treats amoebic and other parasitic gut infections. Your doctor chooses based on the likely cause of the infection.

Can I take Zanocin 200 in pregnancy?

It is generally avoided in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant so a safer antibiotic can be chosen.

Can Oflox 200 be given to children?

Not routinely under 18 because fluoroquinolones can affect growing bones, joints and tendons. Only a specialist should prescribe it for a child.

How many days should I take Oflox 200?

For the full course your doctor prescribes – often 3 to 10 days depending on the infection. Stopping early lets the infection come back and promotes resistance.

What are the warning signs to stop Oflox 200?

Pain or swelling in a tendon (often the back of the ankle), tingling or numbness in hands or feet, palpitations, fainting, severe diarrhoea, confusion or a blistering rash. Stop and see a doctor at once.

Does Oflox 200 need a prescription?

Yes. Ofloxacin is a Schedule H antibiotic in India and should be dispensed only against a prescription.

Sources

Medyzen Editorial Team · Last updated

This page is general information, not medical advice. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without asking a doctor or pharmacist. Terms