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Zunicef Benefits & Uses

Zunicef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zunicef 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 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: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zunicef Related Warnings

Is the use of Zunicef safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Zunicef in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Zunicef safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Zunicef.

Safe
What is the effect of Zunicef on the Kidneys?

Zunicef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zunicef on the Liver?

Zunicef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zunicef on the Heart?

Zunicef is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zunicef with Other Drugs

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

Zunicef Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Zunicef

Is this Zunicef habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zunicef has not been reported.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zunicef as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Zunicef 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?

Zunicef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Zunicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zunicef

Taking Zunicef with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zunicef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zunicef

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zunicef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Zunicef is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Zunicef treat pneumonia?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Zunicef can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zunicef cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zunicef covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Zunicef.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Zunicef help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zunicef can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.