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Zorika Oz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Diarrhoea, Dysentery are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Zorika Oz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Zorika Oz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Zorika Oz also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. These side effects of Zorika Oz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zorika Oz is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zorika Oz related warnings talks about Zorika Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Zorika Oz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Zorika Oz with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Zorika Oz is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zorika Oz 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 Zorika Oz safe for pregnant women?
Zorika OZ should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Zorika Oz safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Zorika OZ. If you see any side effects, stop taking Zorika OZ immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Zorika OZ again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zorika Oz on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Zorika OZ can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Zorika Oz on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Zorika OZ. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Zorika OZ only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zorika Oz on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Zorika OZ. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Zorika Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zorika Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zorika Oz habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zorika Oz is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zorika Oz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zorika Oz is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zorika Oz is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zorika Oz
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Zorika Oz and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zorika Oz
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zorika Oz with alcohol will be.
Avoid taking Zorika OZ along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Take Zorika OZ if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Zorika OZ should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Take Zorika OZ as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Zorika OZ is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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