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Zoftagen Information

Zoftagen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Zoftagen have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Zoftagen 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zoftagen as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Zoftagen 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zoftagen is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zoftagen related warnings talks about Zoftagen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Zoftagen is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Besides this, Zoftagen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Zoftagen, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Zoftagen Benefits & Uses
Zoftagen Dosage & How to Take
Zoftagen Side Effects
Zoftagen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zoftagen with Other Drugs
Zoftagen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zoftagen
Zoftagen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zoftagen Benefits & Uses

Zoftagen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Zoftagen 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

Zoftagen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zoftagen is used -

Zoftagen Related Warnings

Is the use of Zoftagen safe for pregnant women?

Zoftagen shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Zoftagen safe during breastfeeding?

Zoftagen is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zoftagen on the Kidneys?

Zoftagen rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zoftagen on the Liver?

Zoftagen is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zoftagen on the Heart?

Using Zoftagen does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zoftagen with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Zoftagen Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Zoftagen

Is this Zoftagen habit forming or addictive?

Zoftagen is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zoftagen as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zoftagen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Zoftagen for mental disorders.

No

Zoftagen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zoftagen

It is safe to take Zoftagen with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zoftagen

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zoftagen and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zoftagen

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zoftagen cause eye irritation?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Eye drop of this drug may cause eye irritation. This occurs very rarely. If you experience excessive irritation of skin after using this drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Zoftagen without consulting a doctor?

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

No, Zoftagen is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zoftagen treat typhoid fever?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes Zoftagen is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to Salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Zoftagen safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zoftagen is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by the doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as pain at the site of injection, joint pain, and unusual tiredness. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Zoftagen?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Zoftagen is a brand name of gentamicin and it is available in the form of Injection, eye drop, cream. It belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of eye, skin, and body.