Zach: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zach Information

Zach is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Pain, Menorrhagia, Joint Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Zach is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Zach also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Drowsiness, Constipation. Normally, these side effects of Zach 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.

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

Zach is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Asthma, Epilepsy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zach are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Zach with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Zach, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Zach Benefits & Uses

Zach is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pain
Menorrhagia
Joint Pain

Zach 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

Zach Related Warnings

Is the use of Zach safe for pregnant women?

Zach should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Zach safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Zach. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Zach on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Zach. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zach on the Liver?

Zach may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Zach on the Heart?

Side effects of Zach rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zach with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Alprazolam

Phenobarbitone

Carbamazepine

Ketoconazole

Mild

Metoclopramide

Cholestyramine

Zach Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Epilepsy
Head Injury

Frequently asked Questions about Zach

Is this Zach habit forming or addictive?

Zach can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Zach, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zach can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Zach only as per medical advice.

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

No, Zach cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Zach Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zach

Taking Zach with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zach

Taking Zach with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Zach

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zach work for back pain?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Zach is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Zach with tramadol?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Zach with tramadol. The combination of Zach and tramadol are prescribed by doctors to relieve from severe to moderate pain. However, do not take it on your own.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Zach?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Zach is a brand name for paracetamol. It is an analgesic and antipyretic medication used to treat mild to moderate pain and fever. Even WHO has considered this drug to be an essential medicine for basic healthcare requirements. Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used 'over-the-counter' medicine. It is often prescribed as one of the first-line treatment options for pain and fever with minimum side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Zach in pregnancy?

Zach is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.