Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic belonging that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.

Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Ziprax Tablet DT

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Ziprax Tablet DT

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Ziprax Tablet DT

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 you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ziprax

Nausea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea

How to use Ziprax 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 100mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

SAFE

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

Kidney

CAUTION

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

Liver

CAUTION

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

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Ziprax 100mg 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 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 does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Discontinue Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Patient concerns

My baby girl has loos motion from 1 month after complete one syrup Ziprax 100mg 2 days gone ok but after that problem continue

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of Patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will give opinion and prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Patient may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis and clinical examination. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

stomach upset since last 5 days,currently nothing is digesting,stool done 3-4 times a day,its loose,is giving econorm sachet 1 a day along with ors in water. Can I give Ziprax as it suits my son I use to give it earlier during stomach upset when he was infant till 1.5 years. If yes pls suggest mg. as i use to give him Ziprax 50mg earlier.

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Monitor temperature of Patient. If Patient has fever place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead. Give your Patient a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows: - ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)]. Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr. will determine underlying disorders by clinical examination which range from mild conditions to the most serious of bacterial and viral illnesses and will prescribe medicines accordingly. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

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Patients taking Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT

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50%

Once A Day

29%

Thrice A Day

21%

What are you using Ziprax Tablet DT for?

Bacterial inf*

100%

*Bacterial infections

FAQs

Q. How long should I take Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT?

Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

Q. What if I do not get better after using Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can the use of Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhea. Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria, but it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. Is Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT effective?

Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT?

If you forget a dose of Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Q. Is Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT safe for the kidneys?

Yes, Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is safe for the kidneys when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.

Q. How long should I take Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT?

Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

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Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT

Product introduction

Uses of Ziprax Tablet DT

Benefits of Ziprax Tablet DT

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Side effects of Ziprax Tablet DT

Common side effects of Ziprax

How to use Ziprax Tablet DT

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

Q. How long should I take Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT?

Q. What if I do not get better after using Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT?

Q. Can the use of Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?

Q. Is Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT effective?

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT?

Q. Is Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT safe for the kidneys?

Q. How long should I take Ziprax 100mg Tablet DT?

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