Zovax 500 Mg Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zovax Benefits & Uses

Zovax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Zovax 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: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Bacterial Vaginosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zovax Related Warnings

Is the use of Zovax safe for pregnant women?

Zovax rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Zovax safe during breastfeeding?

Zovax should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Zovax on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Zovax on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Zovax on the Liver?

Zovax has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zovax on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Zovax. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Zovax with Other Drugs

Zovax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Doxycycline

Mild

Allopurinol

Furosemide

Zovax Contraindications

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

Asthma
Eczema
Urticaria Pigmentosa
Hives
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Zovax

Is this Zovax habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zovax has not been reported.

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

Zovax does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Zovax is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Zovax in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Zovax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zovax

Taking Zovax with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zovax

Drinking alcohol while taking Zovax may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Zovax

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zovax with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Zovax can be taken with cough medicine. Clinically no harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zovax safe?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zovax 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, bleeding, irregular bleeding, trouble sleeping, and weight changes. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zovax cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Zovax can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Zovax?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Zovax is a brand name for amoxicillin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called penicillin antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of the number of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infection of ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract. It is also used in combination with other antibiotic medications such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zovax without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Zovax is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.