Refzil O Oral Suspension
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Refzil O Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, and throat. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.
Refzil O Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, allergic reaction, nausea, stomach pain, and diarrhea. Taking this medicine along with some food may help to prevent indigestion and upset stomach. Seek emergency medical help if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.
Uses of Refzil O Oral Suspension
Benefits of Refzil O Oral Suspension
In Bacterial infections
Refzil O Oral Suspension kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side effects of Refzil O Oral Suspension
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Refzil O
- Vaginal inflammation
- Increased liver enzymes
- Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Genital itching
How to use Refzil O Oral Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Refzil O Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food.
How Refzil O Oral Suspension works
Refzil O Oral Suspension is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Refzil O Oral Suspension does not usually cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
$med_name is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Avoid prolonged use of Refzil O Oral Suspension, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Refzil O Oral Suspension, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
UNSAFE
Refzil O Oral Suspension may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Refzil O Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Refzil O Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
What if you forget to take Refzil O Oral Suspension?
If you miss a dose of Refzil O Oral Suspension, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Refzil O Oral Suspension to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Discontinue Refzil O Oral Suspension and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Your doctor has prescribed Refzil O Oral Suspension to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Refzil O Oral Suspension as it may cause increased side effects.
- Discontinue Refzil O Oral Suspension and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Intermediate-spectrum {Second generation cephalosporins)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Third-Generation Cephalosporins
Interaction with drugs
Taking Refzil O with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Cefprozil. If Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine is essential, ensure a gap of at least 3 days after disconti
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefprozil. Please consult your doctor. Cefprozil may reduce the efficacy of Chole
Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Refzil O Oral Suspension
Twice A Day
87%
Once A Day
10%
Thrice A Day
3%
Four Times A *
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Refzil O Oral Suspension for?
Bacterial inf*
80%
Others
20%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
38%
Average
38%
Poor
25%
What were the side-effects while using Refzil O Oral Suspension?
No Side Effec*
75%
Vomiting
25%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Refzil O Oral Suspension?
With food
75%
With or witho*
25%
*With or without food
Please rate Refzil O Oral Suspension on price
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FAQs
Does Refzil O Oral Suspension treat cold or flu?
No, Refzil O Oral Suspension does not treat cold or flu. Refzil O Oral Suspension is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various kinds of bacterial infections. However, cold or flu are viral infections and therefore cannot be treated by Refzil O Oral Suspension.
How should Refzil O Oral Suspension be taken?
Refzil O Oral Suspension should be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. Also, food intake enhances the absorption of the medicine thereby helping in faster recovery. Remember, Refzil O Oral Suspension should never be taken on an empty stomach as it may trigger diarrhea (loose motions).
Can Refzil O Oral Suspension cause thrush?
Yes, prolonged or repeated use of Refzil O Oral Suspension may cause thrush or other similar fungal and yeast infections. It is advisable to take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. However, if you notice white patches in your mouth or genital area or if you notice increased vaginal discharge while taking Refzil O Oral Suspension, consult your doctor immediately.
Is Refzil O Oral Suspension safe to use?
Refzil O Oral Suspension is safe to use at the prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Is Refzil O Oral Suspension an antibiotic?
Yes, Refzil O Oral Suspension is an antibiotic, it belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.
Can I stop taking Refzil O Oral Suspension when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Refzil O Oral Suspension before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But, it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.
How long does Refzil O Oral Suspension take to work?
Usually, Refzil O Oral Suspension starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
What if I do not get better after using Refzil O Oral Suspension?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Can the use of Refzil O Oral Suspension cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Refzil O Oral Suspension can cause diarrhea. Refzil O Oral Suspension is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
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- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 227.
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