Synthocal MZ Tablet

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Last updated on 13 Feb 2026 | 03:47 AM (IST)

Synthocal MZ Tablet is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia), urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, and typhoid fever.

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General Information

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Ampicillin (NA)

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Vintech Formulations

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Product introduction

Synthocal MZ Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This medicine should be taken on an empty stomach. Use 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. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.

Uses of Synthocal MZ Tablet

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Synthocal MZ Tablet

Bacterial infections
Synthocal MZ Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues and typhoid fever. 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.

How to use Synthocal MZ 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. Synthocal MZ Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

How Synthocal MZ Tablet works

Synthocal MZ Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Quick tips

Synthocal MZ Tablet is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Synthocal MZ Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Synthocal MZ Tablet is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Synthocal MZ Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Synthocal MZ Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Synthocal MZ Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

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.

Driving

UNSAFE

Synthocal MZ Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Synthocal MZ Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Synthocal MZ Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Synthocal MZ with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Ampicillin. Please consult your doctor. Ampicillin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Severe

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Ampicillin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Ampicillin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Moderate

Amikacin (Injection Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Moderate

Pemetrexed (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your creatinine clearance along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Ampicillin may slow down the removal of Pemetrexed from the body.

Moderate

Chloroquine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, ensure a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Ampicillin and Chloroquine.

Frequently asked questions

Can Synthocal MZ Tablet cause allergic reaction?

Although it is rare but yes, Synthocal MZ Tablet can cause allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Can the use of Synthocal MZ Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Synthocal MZ Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it 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.

How long does Synthocal MZ Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Synthocal MZ Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Synthocal MZ Tablet.

What if I don't get better after using Synthocal MZ Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Synthocal MZ Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Synthocal MZ Tablet and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Penicillins

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Extended Spectrum Penicillins

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Petri WA Jr. Penicillins, Cephalosporins, and Other β -Lactam Antibiotics. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1487-90.
Chambers HF, Deck DH. Beta-Lactam and Other Cell Wall- & Membrane-Active Antibiotics. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 780.
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. pp. 69-71.
Ampicillin. United Kingdom: Chemidex Pharma Ltd.; 2005 [revised 21 oct. 2015]. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: Vintech Formulations, Ranwar Road, Ranwar Road, Karnal - 132001, Tata Depot P.B.

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Synthocal MZ Tablet

Benefits of Synthocal MZ Tablet

How to use Synthocal MZ Tablet

How Synthocal MZ Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Amikacin (Injection Route)

Pemetrexed (Injection Route)

Chloroquine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can Synthocal MZ Tablet cause allergic reaction?

Can the use of Synthocal MZ Tablet cause diarrhea?

How long does Synthocal MZ Tablet takes to work?

What if I don't get better after using Synthocal MZ Tablet?

Can I stop taking Synthocal MZ Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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