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Zilee Oz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Diarrhoea, Dysentery are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Zilee Oz have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Zilee Oz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Zilee Oz also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. These side effects of Zilee Oz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Zilee Oz has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Zilee Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zilee Oz related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Zilee Oz are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Zilee Oz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zilee Oz is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zilee Oz 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
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Is the use of Zilee Oz safe for pregnant women?
Zilee Oz has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Zilee Oz without medical advice.
Is the use of Zilee Oz safe during breastfeeding?
Zilee Oz 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 Zilee Oz on the Kidneys?
Use of Zilee Oz may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Zilee Oz on the Liver?
Zilee Oz may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zilee Oz on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Zilee Oz. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Zilee Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zilee Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zilee Oz habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zilee Oz has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zilee Oz. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zilee Oz is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zilee Oz is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zilee Oz
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Zilee Oz, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zilee Oz
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Zilee Oz with alcohol.
It is recommended to avoid taking Zilee Oz with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Zilee Oz is a prescription drug, hence do not take Zilee Oz without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Avoid taking Zilee Oz along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Take Zilee Oz as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
It is recommended to avoid taking Zilee Oz with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
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