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Zo Eye/Ear Drops, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Zo Eye/Ear Drops have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Zo Eye/Ear Drops depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zo Eye/Ear Drops can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zo Eye/Ear Drops go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Zo Eye/Ear Drops's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Zo Eye/Ear Drops has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zo Eye/Ear Drops related warnings section.
Zo Eye/Ear Drops can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zo Eye/Ear Drops in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Zo Eye/Ear Drops have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Zo Eye/Ear Drops may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zo Eye/Ear Drops, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zo Eye/Ear Drops 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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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zo Eye/Ear Drops is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Zo Eye/Ear Drops safe for pregnant women?
Zo Eye/Ear Drops may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Zo Eye/Ear Drops again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zo Eye/Ear Drops safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Zo Eye/Ear Drops. Immediately discontinue Zo Eye/Ear Drops if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Zo Eye/Ear Drops on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Zo Eye/Ear Drops on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Zo Eye/Ear Drops on the Liver?
Zo Eye/Ear Drops is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Zo Eye/Ear Drops on the Heart?
Zo Eye/Ear Drops has very mild side effects on the heart.
Zo Eye/Ear Drops should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zo Eye/Ear Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zo Eye/Ear Drops habit forming or addictive?
Zo Eye/Ear Drops is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zo Eye/Ear Drops, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zo Eye/Ear Drops can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zo Eye/Ear Drops is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zo Eye/Ear Drops for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zo Eye/Ear Drops
Some foods when eaten with Zo Eye/Ear Drops can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zo Eye/Ear Drops
Consumption of alcohol and Zo Eye/Ear Drops together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Zo Eye/Ear Drops is safe to use, if taken in the 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Zo Eye/Ear Drops with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, long-term use of Zo Eye/Ear Drops 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.
Yes, you can take Zo Eye/Ear Drops for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Yes, Zo Eye/Ear Drops 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)
