Ziprax 100mg Bottle Of 60ml Dry Syrup
Ziprax 100 MG/5ML Description
Ziprax Dry Syrup is an antibiotic medicine containing cefixime as its main component. It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections such as infections of the urinary tract, lungs, throat and ai
rways, gallbladder and bile duct. It works by inhibiting the cell wall synthesis of bacteria which ultimately kills the bacteria. Ziprax Dry Syrup should be taken as directed by the doctor and in the correct doses and for the exact duration as prescribed. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own as this may lead to antibiotic resistance and infection may reoccur.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹70.66 |
You Save | ₹9.64 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Cefixime(100.0 Mg/5ml) |
Uses | Bacterial infections |
Side effects | Vomiting, nausea, stomach pain |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of Ziprax 100 MG/5ML
Contraindications of Ziprax 100 MG/5ML
- If you are allergic to cefixime or any other ingredients of Ziprax Dry Syrup.
- If you are allergic to any other Cephalosporin antibiotics including Penicillin.
Side effects of Ziprax 100 MG/5ML
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Severe diarrhoea
- Itching or skin rash
- Watery diarrhoea with fever and weakness
- Vaginal discharge
- Headache
Precautions and Warnings of Ziprax 100 MG/5ML
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have problems with your liver or kidneys.
- You experience skin reactions after taking Ziprax Dry Syrup.
- You have or had encephalopathy (damage or disease that affects the brain and alters the way the brain works).
- You are suffering from a condition called haemolytic anaemia (a condition where red blood cells get broken down faster than they are formed).
- You experience watery diarrhoea, stomach pain and fever.
- You develop any allergic reaction after using Ziprax Dry Syrup.
Mode of Action of Ziprax 100 MG/5ML
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Ziprax 100 MG/5ML
- Take Ziprax Dry Syrup as directed by your doctor.
- For reconstitution add boiled and cooled water, slightly below the mark on the bottle or as suggested by the doctor.
- Shake it well and make the volume up to the given mark on the bottle.
- Use a measuring cup, spoon or dropper for the exact quantity.
- Reconstituted solutions should be used within the duration mentioned on the bottle.
Interactions of Ziprax 100 MG/5ML
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Ziprax Dry Syrup works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
- Especially, if you are taking medicines like carbamazepine (a medicine used to treat seizures, medications used for thinning of the blood such as Warfarin).
Storage and disposal of Ziprax 100 MG/5ML
- Store Ziprax Dry Syrup below 25°C, protect it from direct sunlight, moisture or heat.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Ziprax 100 MG/5ML
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- It is advisable to complete the course of antibiotics and do not miss any dose. If you have missed taking any dose of Ziprax Dry Syrup, take it as early as you remember.
- If it is the time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: I was given Ziprax Dry Syrup for urinary tract infection, after taking it for two days I am feeling perfectly fine. Can I discontinue taking this medicine?
Q: Can I stop taking Ziprax Dry Syrup on my own if I feel better?
Q: Can I take Ziprax Dry Syrup for stomach infection?
References
- Suprax 200 mg Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 7 May 2021]
- DailyMed - Cefixime [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 7 May 2021]
- Ziprax Dispersible Tablets / Dry Syrup (Cefixime) [Internet]. Ciplamed.com. 2021 [cited 7 May 2021]
- Suprax 200 mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 7 May 2021]
- CDSCO - Cefixime [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 7 May 2021]
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