Zanocin Oz is a prescription drug, available for use as Infusion, Syrup, Tablet. Other than this, Zanocin Oz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Zanocin Oz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Zanocin Oz are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zanocin Oz as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zanocin Oz are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zanocin Oz is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zanocin Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zanocin Oz related warnings section.
Zanocin Oz is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Stomach Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zanocin Oz contraindications section.
Besides this, Zanocin Oz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zanocin Oz, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Zanocin Oz is used to treat the following -
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zanocin Oz is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Zanocin Oz safe for pregnant women?
Zanocin Oz can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Zanocin Oz right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Zanocin Oz safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zanocin Oz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Zanocin Oz on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Zanocin Oz on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zanocin Oz on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Zanocin Oz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Zanocin Oz on the Heart?
Zanocin Oz can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Zanocin Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zanocin Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zanocin Oz habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zanocin Oz is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zanocin Oz does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zanocin Oz only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zanocin Oz for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zanocin Oz
Taking Zanocin Oz with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zanocin Oz
Taking alcohol with Zanocin Oz can be dangerous.
Yes, long-term use of Zanocin Oz can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Zanocin 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.
Zanocin Oz can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Discontinuing Zanocin Oz on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, [medicine] 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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