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Zocin 50 Mg Suspension is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zocin 50 Mg Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Zocin 50 Mg Suspension has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Zocin 50 Mg Suspension has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zocin 50 Mg Suspension related warnings section.
Zocin 50 Mg Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zocin 50 Mg Suspension, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zocin 50 Mg Suspension 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.
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Is the use of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Zocin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Zocin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zocin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Zocin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension on the Liver?
Zocin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Zocin 50 Mg Suspension on the Heart?
Side effects of Zocin rarely affect the heart.
Zocin 50 Mg Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zocin 50 Mg Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zocin 50 Mg Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zocin 50 Mg Suspension is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zocin 50 Mg Suspension. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zocin 50 Mg Suspension only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zocin 50 Mg Suspension is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zocin 50 Mg Suspension
Taking Zocin 50 Mg Suspension with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zocin 50 Mg Suspension
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zocin 50 Mg Suspension as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Zocin is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Zocin can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Discontinuing Zocin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Zocin is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Zocin is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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