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Capzolid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Capzolid have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Capzolid depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Capzolid can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Capzolid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Capzolid is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Capzolid related warnings talks about Capzolid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Capzolid is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Capzolid are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Capzolid may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Capzolid is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Capzolid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Capzolid safe for pregnant women?
Capzolid can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Capzolid, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Capzolid safe during breastfeeding?
Capzolid should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Capzolid on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Capzolid on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Capzolid on the Liver?
Capzolid is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Capzolid on the Heart?
Capzolid is completely safe for the heart.
Capzolid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Capzolid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Capzolid habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Capzolid is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Capzolid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Capzolid can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Capzolid only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Capzolid for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Capzolid
Taking Capzolid with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Capzolid
Information about the interaction of Capzolid and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Capzolid does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Capzolid is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Capzolid covers MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is used effectively in the treatment of MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections.
Yes Capzolid can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Capzolid. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, oral Capzolid can be taken with amlodipine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Capzolid along with amlodipine. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Capzolid is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Capzolid without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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