Zelthrocin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zelthrocin Benefits & Uses

Zelthrocin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Zelthrocin 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Stye Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zelthrocin Related Warnings

Is the use of Zelthrocin safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Zelthrocin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Zelthrocin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Zelthrocin.

Safe
What is the effect of Zelthrocin on the Kidneys?

Zelthrocin is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Zelthrocin on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Zelthrocin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zelthrocin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Zelthrocin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zelthrocin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quinidine

Sotalol

Theophylline

Moderate

Warfarin

Carbamazepine

Paracetamol

Zelthrocin Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Sexually transmitted diseases
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Zelthrocin

Is this Zelthrocin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zelthrocin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zelthrocin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Zelthrocin only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Zelthrocin for mental disorders.

No

Zelthrocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zelthrocin

Zelthrocin may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Zelthrocin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zelthrocin.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zelthrocin

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Zelthrocin with ibuprofen?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zelthrocin can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Zelthrocin work for acne?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Zelthrocin can be used for the treatment of acne. It works in acne by decreasing free fatty acids present in the skin surface lipids and also by reducing Propionibacterium acne counts in the skin and fights other bacteria causing agents hence helps in decreasing acne.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Zelthrocin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Zelthrocin is a brand name of erythromycin and it comes in the unit dosage form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called macrolides. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pneumonia, pertussis (whooping cough), and diphtheria.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zelthrocin cause constipation?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Zelthrocin 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 to avoid constipation.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zelthrocin cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Zelthrocin causes nausea and vomiting, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. If it persist or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor immediately.