Zotaxime Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zotaxime Syrup Information

Zotaxime Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Zotaxime Syrup have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Zotaxime Syrup 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.

Some other side effects of Zotaxime Syrup have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Zotaxime Syrup 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zotaxime Syrup is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zotaxime Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zotaxime Syrup related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zotaxime Syrup contraindications section.

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

You should also be aware that Zotaxime Syrup is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Zotaxime Syrup Benefits & Uses

Zotaxime Syrup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Zotaxime Syrup 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: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zotaxime Syrup Side Effects

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

Severe

Diarrhoea
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Swelling

Moderate

Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Mild

Rash
Headache
पेट की गैस
Dyspepsia
Urticaria
Maculopapular rash

Zotaxime Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Zotaxime Syrup safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Zotaxime in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Zotaxime Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Zotaxime.

Safe
What is the effect of Zotaxime Syrup on the Kidneys?

Zotaxime rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zotaxime Syrup on the Liver?

Using Zotaxime does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zotaxime Syrup on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Zotaxime for the heart.

Safe

Zotaxime Syrup Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zotaxime Syrup

Is this Zotaxime Syrup habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Zotaxime Syrup is addictive.

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

After taking Zotaxime Syrup you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Zotaxime Syrup only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Zotaxime Syrup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Zotaxime Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zotaxime Syrup

Taking Zotaxime Syrup with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zotaxime Syrup

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zotaxime Syrup.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zotaxime Syrup

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Zotaxime safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Zotaxime is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Zotaxime works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Zotaxime works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Zotaxime for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zotaxime can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Zotaxime over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Zotaxime over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zotaxime with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Zotaxime and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.