Zenclor Information

Zenclor, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Sinusitis. The alternative uses of Zenclor have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Zenclor depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Zenclor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Zenclor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Zenclor's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zenclor related warnings talks about Zenclor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zenclor contraindications section.

Additionally, Zenclor may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Zenclor is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Zenclor Benefits & Uses
Zenclor Dosage & How to Take
Zenclor Side Effects
Zenclor Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zenclor with Other Drugs
Zenclor Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zenclor
Zenclor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zenclor Benefits & Uses

Zenclor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)

Other Benefits

Zenclor Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Zenclor Related Warnings

Is the use of Zenclor safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Zenclor without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Zenclor safe during breastfeeding?

Zenclor does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zenclor on the Kidneys?

Zenclor has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zenclor on the Liver?

Zenclor is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zenclor on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Zenclor for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zenclor with Other Drugs

Zenclor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Probenecid

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Furosemide

Zenclor Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zenclor unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zenclor

Is this Zenclor habit forming or addictive?

Zenclor does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Zenclor can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zenclor should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Zenclor is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Zenclor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zenclor

Taking Zenclor with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zenclor

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zenclor.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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