Zaxid Information
Zaxid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Tablet. Zaxid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Zaxid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zaxid as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Zaxid are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Zaxid's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zaxid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zaxid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zaxid in conditions like Blood Cancer, Colour Blindness, Allergy. The section on Zaxid contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Zaxid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zaxid is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Zaxid Benefits & Uses
Zaxid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Menorrhagia
Other Benefits
Zaxid 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Zaxid Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zaxid is used -
Severe
- Visual Disturbance
Moderate
- Pain in Extremity
- Decreased blood pressure
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Edema
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Blurred vision
- Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
- Dyspepsia
- पेट की गैस
- Rash
Zaxid Related Warnings
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Is the use of Zaxid safe for pregnant women?
Zaxid has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Zaxid without medical advice.
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Is the use of Zaxid safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Zaxid may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Zaxid should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
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What is the effect of Zaxid on the Kidneys?
Zaxid rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Zaxid on the Liver?
Zaxid has very mild side effects on the liver.
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What is the effect of Zaxid on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zaxid on the heart have been reported.
Severe Interaction of Zaxid with Other Drugs
Zaxid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Zaxid Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zaxid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Blood Cancer
- Colour Blindness
- Allergy
- Peptic Ulcer
- Anemia
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Heart Disease
- Asthma
Frequently asked Questions about Zaxid
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Is this Zaxid habit forming or addictive?
Zaxid does not cause addiction.
Zaxid Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Zaxid
Taking Zaxid with food does not cause any problems.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Zaxid
Consuming Zaxid with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1310-1311
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aciphex® (rabeprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aciphex® (rabeprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078
