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Zaan Ct is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Amebiasis, Bacterial Infections, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Zaan Ct have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Zaan Ct is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Zaan Ct include Dry Mouth, Headache, Fatigue. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zaan Ct as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zaan Ct are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Zaan Ct's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zaan Ct's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Zaan Ct have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Zaan Ct with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Zaan Ct, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zaan Ct 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Zaan Ct safe for pregnant women?
Zaan Ct may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Zaan Ct, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Zaan Ct safe during breastfeeding?
Zaan Ct can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Zaan Ct on the Kidneys?
Zaan Ct has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zaan Ct on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zaan Ct on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zaan Ct on the Heart?
Side effects of Zaan Ct rarely affect the heart.
Zaan Ct should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zaan Ct unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zaan Ct habit forming or addictive?
Zaan Ct does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zaan Ct you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Zaan Ct only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Zaan Ct in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Zaan Ct
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Zaan Ct together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zaan Ct
Taking Zaan Ct with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Zaan Ct is a brand name for ciprofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infections.
Yes, you can take Zaan Ct for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Zaan Ct. Please consult your doctor before taking Zaan Ct for the above-mentioned infection.
Zaan Ct used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.
Zaan Ct is not recommended as the first-line of a drug for treating a sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it. Keep your doctor informed.
Yes, you can take Zaan Ct for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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