Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It prevents the growth of the microorganisms that cause the infection. It also prevents diarrhea which may occur as side effect of this medicine.
Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better to ensure a complete recovery.
Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, indigestion, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult your doctor. It is advised to take proper rest during the course of treatment for the medicine to work effectively.
Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better to ensure a complete recovery.
Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, indigestion, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult your doctor. It is advised to take proper rest during the course of treatment for the medicine to work effectively.
Uses of Sumcef LZ Tablet
Benefits of Sumcef LZ Tablet
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet used to treat certain bacterial infections such as pneumonia (a lung infection), bronchitis (infection of the tubes leading to the lungs), gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted disease), and infections of the ears, throat, stomach, and urinary tract. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing infection. Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet also restores the level of good bacteria in your stomach and thus prevents stomach upset due to the antibiotics. It is advisable to continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and difficult to treat.
Side effects of Sumcef LZ Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youโre worried about them
Common side effects of Sumcef LZ
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Indigestion
- Vomiting
How to use Sumcef LZ Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Sumcef LZ Tablet works
Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines. Cefixime is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive. Linezolid is also an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Lactic acid bacillus is bacteria. It promotes the growth of good bacteria in the gut for proper digestion. Thus, it helps to prevent diarrhea that may occur as the side effects of Cefixime and Linezolid. This is how it treats bacterial infections.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Avoid taking excessive cheese, processed meats, alcohol, or soy sauce while taking this medication as these may cause an excessive rise in your blood pressure.
- 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.
- Some people develop redness and itching in the mouth or vagina (thrush) after taking Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet. Inform your doctor immediately if you see any such side effects.
- If you are taking any contraceptive pill along with Sumcef LZ 200mg/600mg Tablet, the effectiveness of the pill can be reduced if you have a bout of being sick (vomiting) or diarrhea which lasts for more than 24 hours. If this happens, consult your doctor for additional contraceptive precautions.
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Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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- Deck DH, Winston LG. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidinones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 795-896.
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