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Zigaf is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Zigaf also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Zigaf depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Zigaf include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zigaf can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zigaf go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Zigaf's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Zigaf has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zigaf related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Zigaf have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Zigaf may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zigaf is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Zigaf 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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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Is the use of Zigaf safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Zigaf without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Zigaf safe during breastfeeding?
Zigaf does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Zigaf on the Kidneys?
Zigaf rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zigaf on the Liver?
Side effects of Zigaf rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zigaf on the Heart?
Zigaf is rarely harmful for the heart.
Zigaf should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zigaf unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zigaf habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zigaf.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zigaf since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Zigaf only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zigaf for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zigaf
Taking Zigaf with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zigaf
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zigaf.
No, Zigaf is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Zigaf is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, Zigaf can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.
Yes, Zigaf is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
No harmful interactions are found between Zigaf and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Zigaf.
Zigaf is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zithromax (azithromycin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754