ZOSTUM O 200MG TAB

Overview

ZOSTUM O 200MG TAB is a Schedule H1 antibiotic.

ZOSTUM O 200MG TAB is composed of: CEFDITOREN (200.0 MG)

Cefditoren is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by fighting bacteria in your body. Cefditoren is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections that can cause bronchitis, tonsillitis, pneumonia, or skin infection. Cefditoren is a medication used to treat several types of bacterial infections. Common side effects of cefditoren include nausea, diarrhea, and headache.

Usage

CEFDITOREN is generally used to treat: Pneumonia, Deep Skin Infection, Bronchitis, Tonsillitis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

How Do I Take It?

ZOSTUM O 200MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions

• You should not take cefditoren if you have an allergy to milk protein (not lactose intolerance) or a carnitine deficiency (a lack of a certain chemical in the body). Talk with your doctor if you are unsure.
• to make sure cefditoren is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have, kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis), liver disease, if you allergic to any drugs (especially penicillins) or if you are malnourished.
• It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
• It is not known whether cefditoren passes into breast milk or if it could affect the nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
• Cefditoren should not be used for extended periods. Prolonged use can lead to the growth of dangerous organisms that are resistant to cefditoren. Take this medication for the duration prescribed by your doctor.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CEFDITOREN over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion, Abdomen Pain, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

CEFDITOREN : Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Abdomen Pain, Head Headache, Heartburn, Belching

Serious Side-Effects

CEFDITOREN : Monilla Infection, Loose Motion, Nausea

Rare Side-Effects

CEFDITOREN : Anorexia Nervosa, Asthenia, Flatulence, Fungal Infection, Gastritis, Hyperglycemia, Insomnia, Vaginal Discharge, Mouth Ulcer, Myalgia, Monilla Infection, Edema, Pruritus, Skin Rash, Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Urticaria, Vaginitis, Frightening Dreams, Loss Of Appetite, Constipation, Dizziness, Dry Mouth, Strange Taste, Fever, Increased Passing Gas, Head Headache, Decreased Appetite

Food Interactions

antacids may reduce the serum concentration of cefditoren. Consider alternative methods to minimize/control acid reflux. If use of antacids cannot be avoided, separate administration by at least several hours to reduce chance of interaction

Disease Interactions

CEFDITOREN can interfere with: Seizure, Colitis, Carnitine Transporter Deficiency, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Failure

Technical Classification

CEFDITOREN is categorized as: THIRD GENERATION CEPHALOSPORINS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CEFDICARE 200MG TAB	INR 359.61 for 10 TABLETS	CEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
CEFDITAS 200MG TAB	INR 234 for 6 TABLETS	CEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
CEFDITOREN		CEFDITOREN
CEFFOREN 200MG TAB	INR 230.77 for 6 TABLETS	CEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
PROXECEF 400MG TAB	INR 375 for 6 TABLETS	CEFDITOREN 400.0 MG
PROXECEF DT 30MG TAB	INR 71.12 for 10 TABLETS	CEFDITOREN 30.0 MG
PROXECEF DT 50MG TAB	INR 114.42 for 10 TABLETS	CEFDITOREN 50.0 MG
TAXITORIN 200MG TAB	INR 375 for 10 TABLETS	CEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
ZOSTUM O 200MG TAB	INR 241.45 for 6 TABLETS	CEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
ZOSTUM O 50MG TAB DT	INR 111.45 for 10 TABLET DT	CEFDITOREN 50.0 MG
ZOSTUM O TAB	INR 241.45 for 6 TABLETS	CEFDITOREN 200 MG