Zilee 250 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zilee Information

Zilee is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Zilee have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zilee. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Zilee side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zilee are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Zilee has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Zilee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zilee related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Zilee since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zilee are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zilee is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Zilee Benefits & Uses

Zilee is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Zilee 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
Adult	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zilee Related Warnings

Is the use of Zilee safe for pregnant women?

Zilee can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Zilee, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Zilee safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Zilee. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Zilee on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Zilee on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zilee on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Zilee on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zilee on the Heart?

Zilee is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zilee with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Zilee Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zilee

Is this Zilee habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Zilee.

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

After taking Zilee you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zilee should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Zilee is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Zilee Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zilee

Zilee may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Zilee

Drinking alcohol while taking Zilee may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Zilee

Question almost 5 years ago

can I take Zilee for UTI infection?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can take Zilee for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Zilee cause constipation?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Zilee can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Zilee?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Zilee should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Zilee safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Zilee is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Zilee with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zilee can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.