Zytak Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zytak Injection Benefits & Uses

Zytak Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Zytak Injection 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
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zytak Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Zytak Injection safe for pregnant women?

Zytak is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Zytak Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Zytak is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zytak Injection on the Kidneys?

Zytak rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zytak Injection on the Liver?

Zytak is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zytak Injection on the Heart?

Zytak is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zytak Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Gefitinib

Mild

Paracetamol

Zytak Injection Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Zytak Injection

Is this Zytak Injection habit forming or addictive?

Zytak Injection does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Zytak Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Zytak Injection, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Zytak Injection for mental disorders.

No

Zytak Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zytak Injection

There is no information on the effects of taking Zytak Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Zytak Injection

Consumption of alcohol and Zytak Injection together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Zytak Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zytak an antacid?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Zytak is not an antacid. It belongs to the group of medicine called H2- receptor blocker which blocks excess acid secretion in the stomach while antacid only neutralizes the stomach acid by coating the stomach.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Zytak cause stomach upset?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zytak can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zytak safe?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zytak is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zytak used for treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Zytak is not directly used for treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is given if acid secretion increases due to IBS. IBS is managed by a combination of drug therapy like antispasmodic ( to relieve stomach pain), laxatives ( to relieve constipation), and antimotility drugs ( to relieve diarrhea).

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Zytak?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Zytak can be taken with or without food to prevent heartburn and acid indigestion. Take it 30 - 60 minute before meal or drinking beverages that cause indigestion. Do not take more than 2 tablets in a day unless recommended by the doctor.