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Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT
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Product introduction
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. 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. 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, indigestion, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. 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. 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, indigestion, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Uses of Zostum-O Tablet DT
Benefits of Zostum-O Tablet DT
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. 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 Zostum-O Tablet DT
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 Zostum-O
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Headache
How to use Zostum-O Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT is to be taken with food.
How Zostum-O Tablet DT works
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT 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 Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT 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
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT 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.
Avoid prolonged use of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on use of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT in patients with severe liver disease.
Limited information is available on use of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Zostum-O Tablet DT?
If you miss a dose of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT, 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 Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT 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.
- Discontinue Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Patient concerns
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FAQs
Q. Is Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT effective?
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How should Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT be taken?
Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT 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, Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT should never be taken on an empty stomach as it may trigger diarrhea (loose motions).
Q. Can the use of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhea. Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria, but it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT?
If you forget a dose of Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. How long does Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT take to work?
Usually, Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT?
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.
Q. Can I stop taking Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Zostum-O 50mg Tablet DT before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. Still, you need to take this medicine for the prescribed duration to gain maximum benefit from it.
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