Elquin Tz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Elquin Tz Benefits & Uses

Elquin Tz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Amebiasis
Bacterial Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Elquin Tz 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: Appendicitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: ciprofloxacin (250 mg), tinidazole (300 mg), ciprofloxacin (500 mg), tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Appendicitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: ciprofloxacin (250 mg), tinidazole (300 mg), ciprofloxacin (500 mg), tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Appendicitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: ciprofloxacin (250 mg), tinidazole (300 mg), ciprofloxacin (500 mg), tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet

Elquin Tz Related Warnings

Is the use of Elquin Tz safe for pregnant women?

Elquin TZ can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Elquin TZ right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Elquin Tz safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Elquin Tz on the Kidneys?

Elquin TZ rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Elquin Tz on the Liver?

Elquin TZ is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Elquin Tz on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Elquin TZ on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Elquin Tz with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketoconazole

Warfarin

Rifampicin

Clinidipine

Cimetidine

Moderate

Phenytoin

Elquin Tz Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Alcoholism
Hepatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Elquin Tz

Is this Elquin Tz habit forming or addictive?

Elquin Tz does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Elquin Tz can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Elquin Tz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Elquin Tz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Elquin Tz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Elquin Tz

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Elquin Tz and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Elquin Tz

Taking Elquin Tz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Elquin Tz

Question about 5 years ago

How does Elquin TZ work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Elquin TZ is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division for this it stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which is other drugs to resistant.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Elquin TZ with warfarin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Elquin TZ should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Elquin TZ to you.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Elquin TZ for UTI infection?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Elquin TZ 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 all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Elquin TZ with omeprazole?

Dr. , General Physician

Yes, Elquin TZ can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Elquin TZ?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Elquin TZ should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.