Zycillin Injection Information

Zycillin Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia, Meningitis, Stomach Infection. Other than this, Zycillin Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zycillin Injection. 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 Zycillin Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Zycillin Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zycillin Injection is Unknown for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Zycillin Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zycillin Injection related warnings section.

Zycillin Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zycillin Injection contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Zycillin Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zycillin Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Zycillin Injection Benefits & Uses

Zycillin Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia
Meningitis
Stomach Infection (Read More - How to Combat Stomach Infections: Effective Home Solutions)

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Endocarditis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Shigellosis
Pus

Zycillin 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 37.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same

Zycillin Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Zycillin Injection safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Zycillin during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Zycillin Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Zycillin as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Zycillin Injection on the Kidneys?

Zycillin may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Zycillin Injection on the Liver?

Zycillin is rarely harmful for the liver.

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

Zycillin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zycillin Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Zycillin Injection Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Colic
Mononucleosis
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zycillin Injection

Is this Zycillin Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zycillin Injection has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zycillin Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Zycillin Injection only as per medical advice.

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

No, Zycillin Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Zycillin Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zycillin Injection

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Zycillin Injection

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Zycillin Injection at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild