Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection is a combination medicine. It is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection.

Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.

Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.

Uses of Zonamax ES Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Zonamax ES Injection

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection contains two different medicines, Cefoperazone and Sulbactum, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Cefoperazone works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Sulbactam reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefoperazone against bacteria.

Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Zonamax ES Injection

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 Zonamax ES

Diarrhea
Abnormal liver function tests
Allergic reaction
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

How to use Zonamax ES Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Zonamax ES Injection works

Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Cefoperazone and Sulbactam. Cefoperazone is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefoperazone against bacteria.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Zonamax ES Injection?

If you miss a dose of Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
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 Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

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Patient concerns

Cellulitis, pain in left lower limb, problem in walking, initially muscle torn leads to infection Previously on linezolid 600, vibact, lyser D for 5days Now from yesterday on Zonamax 1gm injection and lyser D and rab 20

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

Also start Injection Dalacin-C 600mg thrice daily and Tab Septilin-DS thrice dailyThis is in addition to the existing treatmentKeep the limb elevated above the level of your chest at all times

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion

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Q. What is Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection?

Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Cefoperazone and Sulbactam. Cefoperazone is an antibiotic which works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefoperazone against bacteria.

Q. How long does Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection takes to work?

Usually, Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Zonamax ES 500 mg/500 mg Injection?

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

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References

Sterile cefoperazone. New York, New York, Pfizer Inc.; 2015. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
PubChem. Sulbactam Sodium. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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