Zaxid Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zaxid Information

Zaxid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Tablet. Zaxid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Zaxid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zaxid as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Zaxid are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Zaxid's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zaxid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Zaxid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zaxid in conditions like Blood Cancer, Colour Blindness, Allergy. The section on Zaxid contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Zaxid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zaxid is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Zaxid Benefits & Uses
Zaxid Dosage & How to Take
Zaxid Side Effects
Zaxid Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zaxid with Other Drugs
Zaxid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zaxid
Zaxid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zaxid Benefits & Uses

Zaxid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Menorrhagia

Other Benefits

Zaxid Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Tranexamic Acid (500 mg) Mefenamic Acid (250 mg)/Tablet, For course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult	Disease: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Tranexamic Acid (500 mg) Mefenamic Acid (250 mg)/Tablet, For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Tranexamic Acid (500 mg) Mefenamic Acid (250 mg)/Tablet, For course duration follow doctor's advice

Zaxid Related Warnings

Is the use of Zaxid safe for pregnant women?

Zaxid has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Zaxid without medical advice.
Is the use of Zaxid safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Zaxid may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Zaxid should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Zaxid on the Kidneys?

Zaxid rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zaxid on the Liver?

Zaxid has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Zaxid on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Zaxid on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Zaxid with Other Drugs

Zaxid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Benzydamine

Metamizole

Oxyphenbutazone

Severe

Moderate

Zaxid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zaxid unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Blood Cancer
Colour Blindness
Allergy
Peptic Ulcer
Anemia
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Zaxid

Is this Zaxid habit forming or addictive?

Zaxid does not cause addiction.

Zaxid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zaxid

Taking Zaxid with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zaxid

Consuming Zaxid with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Frequently asked Questions about Zaxid

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Zaxid?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Zaxid is available in the form of an injection and tablet. Injection must be taken under the supervision of a doctor. The tablet should be taken orally or by mouth. Depending upon your condition, your doctor will suggest you a dosing schedule. It is important that you stick to this schedule. It can be taken with or without food. It should be taken at exactly the same time every day so that you don't miss the dose. If your bleeding doesn't reduce or gets worse, call your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zaxid cause weight gain?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Zaxid does not cause significant weight gain. However, if you notice any unusual weight gain while taking this drug, then there is a possibility that it might be due to some medical condition or a sedentary lifestyle. You are advised to do brisk walking daily to keep yourself active and maintaining a healthy weight.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zaxid available over the counter?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Zaxid is not available over the counter. It is available as a prescription drug only.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zaxid cause constipation?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Zaxid does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.