Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets Description

Zanocin OZ tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It is used for the treatment of diarrhoea due to mixed infections in adults. This antibiotic medicine is a combination of ofloxacin and ornidazole as acti

ve ingredients. It works by suppressing the growth of bacteria and kills the bacteria responsible for the infection. The dose and duration of the medicine will be decided by your doctor after careful assessment of your condition. It is advised to always complete the course of your antibiotic medicine and do not take this medicine when not required as it makes it ineffective for future infections.

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Contains	Ofloxacin(200.0 Mg) + Ornidazole(500.0 Mg)
Uses	Diarrhoea due to bacterial infection
Side effects	Nausea, sleeplessness, headache, dizziness, rashes
Therapy	ANTIBIOTIC

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Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

Zanocin OZ tablet is used to treat diarrhoea of mixed infection.

Contraindications of Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

If you have an allergy to this medicine or any of the ingredient of Zanocin OZ tablet.

Side effects of Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

Nausea
Sleeplessness
Headache
Dizziness
Vomiting
Rashes
Dry mouth

Precautions and Warnings of Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

Pregnancy

Can I take Zanocin OZ tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the use of this medicine in pregnancy. Hence it is recommended not to use the same unless prescribed by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Zanocin OZ tablet while breastfeeding?

Avoid use of this medicine if you are breastfeeding as there is no information is available on the use of Zanocin OZ tablet during breastfeeding. Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Zanocin OZ tablet?

You may feel sleepy, dizziness, visual disturbance, fits, body stiffness, loss of consciousness. Better do not drive or operate any machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Zanocin OZ tablet?

It is advised not to consume alcohol during the treatment, as it can impair with your driving ability and may also worsen the side effect like dizziness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any pre-existing medical condition like liver or kidney problem, diabetes, hypertension or any kind of heart-related disorder, etc.
You experience pain or swelling in tendons or tendon rupture, muscle weakness, joint or muscle pain, nervousness, aggression, lack of sleep, mood changes, etc.
You may feel allergic reactions like fever, rashes, jaundice, difficulty in swallowing, fast heartbeat etc.
You experience loose stools, and frequent bowel or bloody diarrhoea.
You are diabetic, your blood glucose can drop.
Thus careful monitoring of blood glucose is needed. You are pregnant or breastfeeding. You experience sensitivity to light on exposure to natural or artificial sunlight.

Mode of Action of Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

How Does It Work?

Zanocin OZ tablet works by the combined action of its two ingredients.
Ofloxacin inhibits the enzyme synthesis responsible for bacterial DNA replication, repair and recombination and thus inhibits their growth.
Ornidazole destructs the structural component of DNA and interrupts essential physiological processes in bacteria. The combined mechanism of these two components helps to fight against the infection-c...
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Directions for Use of Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

Zanocin OZ tablet can be taken with or without food.
Do not crush or chew it. Swallow the tablet as a whole with sufficient amount of water.

Interactions of Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Zanocin OZ tablet works or Zanocin OZ itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines if taken at the same time. Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supp...
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Storage and disposal of Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

Store in a cool and dry places in order to protect it from light.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Zanocin Oz Strip Of 10 Tablets

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of Zanocin Oz may include drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, hot and cold flushes, facial swelling, numbness, slurring of speech etc. Consult your doctor immediately incase of an o...

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one. It is advisable not to miss any dose of antibiotics as it c...

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WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: For how long do I need to take Zanocin OZ tablet?

A: You are supposed to take this medicine as per the prescribed dosage duration by your physician. If you stop taking this early, before completing the treatment, it may decrease the effectiveness of treatment and will increase the resistance of bacteria or the infection may reoccur. Inform your doctor if you want to stop the treatment.

Q: What should I avoid while taking Zanocin OZ tablet?

A: Avoid exposure to direct sunlight. Wear a protective covering or use sunscreen to prevent sunburn. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

Q: Is Zanocin OZ an antibiotic?

A: Yes, Zanocin OZ tablet is an antibiotic medicine containing a combination of ornidazole and ofloxacin as it active ingredient.

Q: Is Zanocin OZ used for loose motion?

A: Yes, Zanocin OZ tablet is used for the treatment of diarrhoea due to mixed infections. Do not use this medicine on your own for loose motion as that could be due to viral infection, indigestion, contaminated food or disorders of digestive tract.

Q: When should I take Zanocin Oz?

A: Zanocin Oz should be taken exactly as directed by the doctor. Do not miss any dose or take it more than recommended by the doctor. Also it is important to take it at the same time every day for the prescribed duration.

Q: What is the function of Zanocin Oz?

Zanocin OZ tablet works by the combined action of its two ingredients.
Ofloxacin acta by inhibiting the enzyme synthesis responsible for bacterial DNA replication, repair and recombination and thus inhibits their growth.
Ornidazole destructs the structural component of DNA and interrupts essential physiological processes in bacteria. The combined mechanism of these two components helps to fight against the infection-c...
Read more

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