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Zifilac Oral Suspension is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Secondary and off-label uses of Zifilac Oral Suspension have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Zifilac Oral Suspension depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Zifilac Oral Suspension also has some side effects, the most common being Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. These side effects of Zifilac Oral Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Zifilac Oral Suspension has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zifilac Oral Suspension related warnings talks about Zifilac Oral Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zifilac Oral Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Zifilac Oral Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zifilac Oral Suspension is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Zifilac Oral Suspension is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Zifilac Oral Suspension safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Zifilac on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Zifilac Oral Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Zifilac.
What is the effect of Zifilac Oral Suspension on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Zifilac. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Zifilac Oral Suspension on the Liver?
Zifilac 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 Zifilac Oral Suspension on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Zifilac on the heart, information on safety of Zifilac for the heart is unavailable.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zifilac Oral Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zifilac Oral Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Zifilac Oral Suspension is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zifilac Oral Suspension since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zifilac Oral Suspension only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Zifilac Oral Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Zifilac Oral Suspension
Taking Zifilac Oral Suspension with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zifilac Oral Suspension
Consumption of alcohol and Zifilac Oral Suspension together may have severe effects on your health.
No, you can not buy Zifilac over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Zifilac 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.
Zifilac can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Yes Zifilac 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.
Zifilac 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.
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