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Zonticin Benefits & Uses

Zonticin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Zonticin 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zonticin Side Effects

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

Zonticin Related Warnings

Is the use of Zonticin safe for pregnant women?

Zonticin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Zonticin safe during breastfeeding?

Zonticin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zonticin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Zonticin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zonticin on the Liver?

Zonticin does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zonticin on the Heart?

Zonticin is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zonticin with Other Drugs

Zonticin 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)

Zonticin Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Zonticin

Is this Zonticin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Zonticin.

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

After taking Zonticin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zonticin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zonticin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Zonticin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Zonticin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zonticin

You can take Zonticin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zonticin

Information about the interaction of Zonticin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zonticin

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zonticin cause nephrotoxicity?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Zonticin can cause nephrotoxicity. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe nephrotoxicity after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zonticin cause hallucination?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zonticin may cause hallucinations infrequently in a few cases only. If you are experiencing hallucinations after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zonticin treat typhoid fever?

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

Yes Zonticin 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 over 5 years ago

Can Zonticin cause itching?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Zonticin causes itching. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive itching after using this drug, then discuss it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zonticin 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.

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Zonticin Benefits & Uses

Zonticin Dosage & How to Take

Zonticin Side Effects

Zonticin Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Zonticin with Other Drugs

Zonticin Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Zonticin

Zonticin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Zonticin

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zonticin cause nephrotoxicity?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zonticin cause hallucination?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zonticin treat typhoid fever?

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Zonticin cause itching?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zonticin cause eye irritation?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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