Zerobac 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zerobac Information

Zerobac is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Zerobac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Zerobac depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zerobac as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zerobac 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 Zerobac is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Zerobac has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zerobac related warnings section.

Zerobac is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. The section on Zerobac contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Zerobac have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zerobac is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Zerobac Benefits & Uses
Zerobac Dosage & How to Take
Zerobac Side Effects
Zerobac Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zerobac with Other Drugs
Zerobac Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zerobac
Zerobac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zerobac Benefits & Uses

Zerobac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Zerobac 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zerobac Side Effects

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

Severe

Allergic reaction
Visual impairment
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Bronchospasm
Hearing Loss

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Vaginal inflammation
Hepatitis
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Polyuria
Rash
Insomnia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
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Drowsiness
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Chills

Zerobac Related Warnings

Is the use of Zerobac safe for pregnant women?

Zerobac can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Zerobac right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Zerobac safe during breastfeeding?

Zerobac can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zerobac on the Kidneys?

Zerobac rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zerobac on the Liver?

Zerobac has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zerobac on the Heart?

Side effects of Zerobac rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zerobac with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Zerobac Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Zerobac

Is this Zerobac habit forming or addictive?

Zerobac is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zerobac should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Zerobac cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Zerobac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zerobac

Taking Zerobac with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Zerobac

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zerobac as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Zerobac

Question about 6 years ago

How does Zerobac works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Zerobac 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Zerobac on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Zerobac 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.

Question over 5 years ago

can I take Zerobac for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can take Zerobac for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zerobac with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zerobac can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zerobac with metformin?

Take Zerobac if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.