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Zohri is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Zohri have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Zohri depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Zohri also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Zohri side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Zohri are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Zohri has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Zohri has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zohri related warnings section.
The section on Zohri contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Zohri may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zohri is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Zohri 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 Zohri safe for pregnant women?
Zohri is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Zohri safe during breastfeeding?
Zohri is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zohri on the Kidneys?
Zohri has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zohri on the Liver?
Zohri is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Zohri on the Heart?
Zohri has very mild side effects on the heart.
Zohri 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 Zohri unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zohri habit forming or addictive?
Zohri does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Zohri since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Zohri should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zohri is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zohri
Taking Zohri with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zohri
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Zohri with alcohol.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Zohri and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
No, Zohri is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Zohri is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Zohri is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform vital activities Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body and prevents the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
Yes, Zohri 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.
Yes, Zohri 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.
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