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Zextil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Zextil have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Zextil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zextil as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Zextil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Zextil has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zextil related warnings talks about Zextil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zextil contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Zextil with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Zextil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Zextil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zextil is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Zextil safe for pregnant women?
Zextil has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Zextil safe during breastfeeding?
Zextil can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Zextil on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Zextil. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zextil on the Liver?
Zextil may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zextil on the Heart?
Zextil may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Zextil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zextil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zextil habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zextil.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zextil since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Zextil, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zextil for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zextil
You can take Zextil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zextil
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zextil with alcohol will be.
Yes, you can use Zextil to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Zextil does not help in preventing cold, because common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
Yes, Zextil is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Zextil can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Zextil works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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