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Zizom is a prescription drug, available for use as Liquid, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Zizom have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Zizom is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Zizom are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zizom as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Zizom normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Zizom has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Zizom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zizom related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zizom contraindications section.
Additionally, Zizom may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zizom is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Zizom 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Zizom safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Zizom in pregnant women.
Is the use of Zizom safe during breastfeeding?
Zizom does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Zizom on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Zizom on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Zizom on the Liver?
Zizom has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Zizom on the Heart?
Zizom is rarely harmful for the heart.
Zizom 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 Zizom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zizom habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zizom.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Zizom since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zizom is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zizom is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zizom
Taking Zizom with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zizom
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Zizom with alcohol.
Zizom is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
No harmful interactions are found between Zizom 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 Zizom.
Zizom is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infection, sexually transmitted disease (STD), pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, Lyme disease, Mycobacterium Avium Bacteria Infection, whooping cough, sinuses, skin, throat, and infections of the lungs. It will not work for viral infection and other pathogenic infections such as cold, flu.
Yes, Zizom may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Take Zizom exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not exceed dosage. Food does not affect the absorption of azithromycin, one can take it with or without foods but to avoid stomach disturbances take it with a light meal. Complete the entire course of medicine.
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