Chemzip
Composition for Chemzip Products
Chemzip Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Chemzip
Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension
bottle of 15 ml Oral Suspension
MRP₹48.75
Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension
bottle of 30 ml Oral Suspension
MRP₹98.44
Chemzip 250 Tablet
strip of 6 tablets
MRP₹64.69
Not Available
Chemzip 500 Tablet
strip of 3 tablets
MRP₹65.63
Not Available
Chemzip 100mg Oral Suspension
bottle of 100 ml Oral Suspension
MRP₹71.25
Not Available
Substitute brands for Chemzip
About Chemzip Products
Uses of Chemzip Products
Azithromycin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in bacterial infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).
Chemzip Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Chemzip are Nausea, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea.
How Chemzip Products work
Azithromycin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
In Depth Information for Chemzip Products
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
- Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Chemzip.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Stop taking Chemzip and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Patient Concerns about Chemzip Products
Frequently asked questions about Chemzip Products
Q. What if I give too much of Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension by mistake?
Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension is unlikely to cause any harm if an extra dose is given by mistake. However, if you think you have given too much of Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.
Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension?
Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension?
Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Q. Which all lab tests should my child undergo while taking Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension on a long term basis?
The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.
Q. Can Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension impact my child’s digestion?
Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking medicines. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may too get affected. Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension may kill off good bacteria along with the bad ones, increasing your child’s risk of developing other infections. So, in case your child is having diarrhea while on Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.
Q. Is Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension safe?
Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. What if I don't get better?
You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
Q. Can the use of Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Can Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension be taken at night?
Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. How long does Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension takes to work?
Usually, Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Why is Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension given for 3 days?
The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regimen advised by your doctor.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension?
Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension increases the risk of sunburn.
Q. Is Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension a strong antibiotic?
Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.
Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension?
Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension. Antibiotics such as Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Chemzip 200mg Oral Suspension or soon after stopping it.



