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Zefira 100 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Zefira 100 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zefira 100 Mg Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Zefira 100 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Zefira 100 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Zefira 100 Mg Tablet's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zefira 100 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Zefira 100 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zefira 100 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Zefira 100 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zefira 100 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Zefira 100 Mg Tablet 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 |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Zefira 100 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Zefira has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Zefira 100 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Zefira 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 Zefira 100 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Zefira can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Zefira 100 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Zefira. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Zefira 100 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Zefira rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zefira 100 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zefira 100 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zefira 100 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zefira 100 Mg Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Zefira 100 Mg Tablet, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zefira 100 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zefira 100 Mg Tablet
Taking Zefira 100 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zefira 100 Mg Tablet
Information about the interaction of Zefira 100 Mg Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Occasionally, Zefira can cause drug-induced hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Avoid taking Zefira with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Zefira is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Zefira can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Zefira and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
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