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Granaz 400 mg Tablet

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Overview

Uses of Granaz Tablet

Granaz 400 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).

Granaz Tablet side effects

Common
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea

How to use Granaz Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Granaz 400 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Granaz Tablet works

Granaz 400 mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Granaz Tablet related warnings

Alcohol
SAFE
It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Granaz 400 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Granaz 400 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CAUTION
Granaz 400 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Granaz 400 mg Tablet may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby
Driving
Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
The most common side effects that can occur when taking Granaz 400 mg Tablet are usually mild nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, diarrhea, dizziness, and headache.This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Granaz 400 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Granaz 400 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Take plenty of water while you are taking this medicine
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Granaz 400 mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you miss a dose of Granaz Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Granaz 400 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Alternate Brands

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Expert Advice

  • Gatifloxacin oral (tablet and suspension) and injection form has been withdrawn from the market, as it has shown incidences of abnormally high or low blood sugars levels in humans. However, its ophthalmic form (eye drop) is  available to treat bacterial infections of eye, which is considered to be safe for use.  

Interaction with Drugs

Taking Granaz with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Tizanidine
Brand(s): Tizonec
LIFE-THREATENING
Olanzapine
Brand(s): Oladac, Zolapin, Olisense
SERIOUS
Zinc
Brand(s): Adrovit Z
SERIOUS
Clozapine
Brand(s): Suclosz, Vizopin, Syclop
SERIOUS
Pramipexole
Brand(s): Pramipex
SERIOUS
Magnesium Hydroxide
Brand(s): Mgmax
SERIOUS
Phenytoin
Brand(s): Stoin, Marantin, Notian
SERIOUS
Nimesulide
Brand(s): Nimsun, Abinim, Nimulis
SERIOUS
Tolbutamide
Brand(s): Told
MODERATE
Acarbose
Brand(s): Diadose
MODERATE
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Patient Concerns

Questions Related to Granaz

Can I take fixime 200 antibiotic for cold and dry cough.
Dr. Waseem Mirza
Sexologist
u shouldn't take antibiotics without prescription, for simple cold n cough take syp corex-Dx 1 tsf tid, for cold DO STEAM INHALAION TWICE DAILY, WARM SALINE GARGLES, AVOID EXPOSURE TO COLD,TAKE REST tab levocet 1 tab bd for 5 days, take healthy diet to boost ur immunity comprising of proteins, vitamins particularly vit C, take plenty of fluids if not better in 3 days consult physician hope this helps, antibiotics are reserved only for bacterial infections , most cold like illnesses are viral so no need of antibiotics
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Hello sir/ ma'am My child PATIENT from stomach infection and doctor suggested zifi-100 redimix. How it is work and any side effect of that zifi-100 redimix? What kind of taking care of my child and PATIENT 7 month old.?????
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Child Specialist
Cefixime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.More common: Diarrhea loose or frequent stools Less common: Abdominal or stomach pain agitation black, tarry stools bleeding gums blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin blood in the urine or stools and many more rare side effects
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FAQs

Q. Can I stop taking Granaz when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Granaz and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

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    • Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 8th Mar 2017.
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