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Zil O Benefits & Uses

Zil O is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear Infection
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Amebiasis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear canal infection
Skin Infections
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool

Zil O 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)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (100 mg), Ornidazole (250 mg)/Tablet, dose for children 8 - 12 years old
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet

Zil O Related Warnings

Is the use of Zil O safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Zil O. It is best to stop taking Zil O immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Zil O safe during breastfeeding?

Zil O may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Zil O, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Zil O.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zil O on the Kidneys?

Using Zil O does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Zil O on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Zil O. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Zil O only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zil O on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Zil O. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Zil O with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Escitalopram

Warfarin

Quinidine

Moderate

Aspirin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Vecuronium

Zil O Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zil O

Is this Zil O habit forming or addictive?

Zil O does not cause addiction.

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

Zil O will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Zil O should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Zil O cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Zil O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zil O

Taking Zil O with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zil O

Consuming Zil O with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Zil O

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Zil O a painkiller?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Zil O is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Zil O cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Zil O causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zil O cause stomach upset?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Zil O affect tendons and muscles?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Zil O can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Zil O with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zil O 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.