Zonamax 500/500 Injection Information

Zonamax 500/500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. The alternative uses of Zonamax 500/500 Injection have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Zonamax 500/500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Zonamax 500/500 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zonamax 500/500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zonamax 500/500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Zonamax 500/500 Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zonamax 500/500 Injection related warnings talks about Zonamax 500/500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Zonamax 500/500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zonamax 500/500 Injection in conditions like Allergy. Other contraindications of Zonamax 500/500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Zonamax 500/500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Zonamax 500/500 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Zonamax Benefits & Uses
Zonamax Dosage & How to Take
Zonamax Side Effects
Zonamax Related Warnings
Zonamax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zonamax
Zonamax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zonamax 500/500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Zonamax 500/500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Cellulitis
Peritonitis

Zonamax 500/500 Injection 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (1000mg) + Sulbactam (500mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Generally dose are given in 1:1 ratio
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used

Zonamax 500/500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zonamax 500/500 Injection is used -

Common

Diarrhoea
Stomach Upset

Zonamax 500/500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Zonamax 500/500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Zonamax is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Zonamax 500/500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Zonamax is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zonamax 500/500 Injection on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Zonamax. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zonamax 500/500 Injection on the Liver?

Side effects of Zonamax on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Zonamax 500/500 Injection on the Heart?

Side effects of Zonamax on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Zonamax 500/500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zonamax 500/500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zonamax 500/500 Injection

Is this Zonamax 500/500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zonamax 500/500 Injection has not been reported.

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

Zonamax 500/500 Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Zonamax 500/500 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Zonamax 500/500 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Zonamax 500/500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zonamax 500/500 Injection

Taking Zonamax 500/500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zonamax 500/500 Injection

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zonamax 500/500 Injection as it can have severe side effects.

Severe