Zotaxime 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zotaxime Information

Zotaxime is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Zotaxime has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Zotaxime is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zotaxime can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zotaxime go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Zotaxime's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Zotaxime has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zotaxime related warnings section.

The section on Zotaxime contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Zotaxime may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Zotaxime is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Zotaxime Benefits & Uses

Zotaxime is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Zotaxime 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: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zotaxime Related Warnings

Is the use of Zotaxime safe for pregnant women?

Zotaxime is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Zotaxime safe during breastfeeding?

Zotaxime does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zotaxime on the Kidneys?

Zotaxime has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zotaxime on the Liver?

Using Zotaxime does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zotaxime on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Zotaxime for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zotaxime with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Zotaxime Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zotaxime

Is this Zotaxime habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Zotaxime.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zotaxime as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zotaxime should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Zotaxime cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Zotaxime Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zotaxime

Taking Zotaxime with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zotaxime

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zotaxime.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zotaxime

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Zotaxime with amoxicillin?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Zotaxime and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Zotaxime treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Zotaxime is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Zotaxime with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Zotaxime 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Zotaxime on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Zotaxime in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zotaxime cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, [medicine] 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.