Zinlyf Tablet DR

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Zinlyf Tablet DR is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. It helps to reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding and stomach pain by reducing inflammation in the bowel.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

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Product introduction

Zinlyf Tablet DR may also be used to treat another type of bowel disease known as Crohn’s ileocolitis. It should be taken with food. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but take it exactly as your doctor prescribes. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, itching, flatulence, and vomiting. If these symptoms bother you, do not go away, or get worse, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms like swelling of the face, tongue, throat, or lips, unusual bleeding, bruising, rash, fever, sore throat, or excessive tiredness.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach. Your age may also be a factor in deciding whether this medicine is suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Uses of Zinlyf Tablet DR

Benefits of Zinlyf Tablet DR

Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum. Zinlyf Tablet DR helps reduce the inflammation in the intestinal lining by targeting the disease locally. Reduction in inflammation promotes mucosal healing and causes symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding to subside.

Crohn’s disease
Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the digestive tract, causing symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fatigue. Zinlyf Tablet DR is used in mild to moderate cases to reduce inflammation and manage flare-ups. It can help prevent disease progression, reduce the need for steroids, and support intestinal health over time.

Side effects of Zinlyf Tablet DR

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 Zinlyf

Flatulence
Headache
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Rash
Stomach pain/epigastric pain

How to use Zinlyf Tablet DR

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. Zinlyf Tablet DR may be taken with or without food.

How Zinlyf Tablet DR works

Zinlyf Tablet DR is an aminosalicylate. It works by suppressing the production of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) in the intestines. This reduces ulceration, bleeding and stomach pain, and prevents future flare-ups of the disease.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Zinlyf Tablet DR for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
Do not take Zinlyf Tablet DR if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
You have been prescribed Zinlyf Tablet DR for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
Take it with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets or granules. Swallow them whole with plenty of water.
Do not take antacids with Zinlyf Tablet DR as it can make your inflammation worse.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
Do not take Zinlyf Tablet DR if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Zinlyf Tablet DR.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Zinlyf Tablet DR 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

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zinlyf Tablet DR may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
If you are taking Zinlyf Tablet DR, monitor the baby for diarrhea.

Driving

SAFE

Zinlyf Tablet DR does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Zinlyf Tablet DR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Zinlyf Tablet DR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Zinlyf Tablet DR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

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

Moderate

Clozapine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your blood cell count and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Azathioprine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use can not be avoided, your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts.

Moderate

Deferiprone (Oral Route)

If concurrent use can not be avoided, your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts.

Moderate

Mercaptopurine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use cannot be avoided, your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts.

Mild

Chlorpromazine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Zinlyf Tablet DR?

Continue to take Zinlyf Tablet DR as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Zinlyf Tablet DR without consulting your doctor.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Zinlyf Tablet DR?

You should avoid alcohol if you have ulcerative colitis, as alcohol will irritate your stomach and intestine which will worsen your condition. Although alcohol does not interfere with the working of Zinlyf Tablet DR, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.

Does Zinlyf Tablet DR cause joint pain?

Yes, Zinlyf Tablet DR may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.

When is the best time to take Zinlyf Tablet DR?

Take Zinlyf Tablet DR exactly as directed by your doctor.

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Chemical Class

Aminobenzoic acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

5-Aminosalicylic Acid (5-ASA)

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Product introduction

Uses of Zinlyf Tablet DR

Benefits of Zinlyf Tablet DR

Side effects of Zinlyf Tablet DR

How to use Zinlyf Tablet DR

How Zinlyf Tablet DR works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Clozapine (Oral Route)

Azathioprine (Oral Route)

Deferiprone (Oral Route)

Mercaptopurine (Oral Route)

Chlorpromazine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Zinlyf Tablet DR?

Can I drink alcohol while taking Zinlyf Tablet DR?

Does Zinlyf Tablet DR cause joint pain?

When is the best time to take Zinlyf Tablet DR?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Anti Neutrophilic Cytoplasmic Antibody - P

Anti Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (ASCA), IgA

Anti Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (ASCA), IgG

C- Reactive Protein Quantitative

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate

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