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Ziprax 100 Tablet DT

Cefixime (100mg)

₹86.00 ₹101.2316% Off


Product Code: 162439
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Constituents

Cefixime (100mg)

Usage of Ziprax 100 Tablet DT

Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin & soft-tissue, ear, blood, genital and lungs (pneumonia).

Possible Side-effects

Common
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea

Unit

1 Strip of 10 Tablet

Manufacturer

Cipla Ltd

Disclaimer

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How to use Ziprax 100 Tablet DT

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Related Warnings

Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • Your doctor has prescribed Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn"t stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT as it may cause increased side effects.
  • Discontinue Ziprax 100 mg Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How long should I take Ziprax?

You should take Ziprax as long as advised by your doctor. It is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. Take it for the full duration of your treatment.

Q. Can I stop taking Ziprax when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Ziprax before completing the full course of treatment. Your may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. So, it is important to take this medicine for the duration advised by the doctor.

Q. Is Ziprax a strong antibiotic?

Yes, Ziprax is a strong antibiotic i.e broad-spectrum antibiotic, which is used to treat variety of bacterial infection like Urinary tract infection, Otitis Media, Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis, Bronchitis and Gonorrhea

Q. Can the use of Ziprax cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Ziprax can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. Can I stop taking Ziprax when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Ziprax and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. Is Ziprax used in typhoid?

Indian Association of Pediatrics (IAP) recommends the use of Ziprax in children for uncomplicated typhoid fever.

Q. How long does Ziprax takes to work?

Usually, Ziprax starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. What if I don"t get better after using Ziprax?

Inform your doctor if you don"t feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.Show moreShow less

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