ZOSTUM O TAB

Overview

ZOSTUM O TAB is a Schedule H1 antibiotic.

ZOSTUM O TAB is composed of: CEFDITOREN (200 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 TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for ZOSTUM O TAB and its Constituents


  • 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

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily (1-0-1)79%
3 Times Daily11%

How long was it prescribed?

5 Days50%
10 Days33%
7 Days11%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

5 to 12yrs10%
12 to 18yrs10%
18 to 35yrs40%
35 to 50yrs20%
50 to 60yrs10%
60 to 70yrs10%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females30%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Gynaecologist And Obstetrician100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

TOLPAZEN TAB26%
T-BACT OINT16%
ACECLO TAB11%
TT INJ11%
MILATRYPT FORTE TAB11%

Available Alternatives for ZOSTUM O TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CEFDICARE 200MG TABINR 359.61 for 10 TABLETSCEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
CEFDITAS 200MG TABINR 234 for 6 TABLETSCEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
CEFFOREN 200MG TABINR 230.77 for 6 TABLETSCEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
TAXITORIN 200MG TABINR 375 for 10 TABLETSCEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
ZOSTUM O 200MG TABINR 241.45 for 6 TABLETSCEFDITOREN 200.0 MG
ZOSTUM O TABINR 241.45 for 6 TABLETSCEFDITOREN 200 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CEFDITORENCEFDITOREN
PROXECEF 400MG TABINR 375 for 6 TABLETSCEFDITOREN 400.0 MG
PROXECEF DT 30MG TABINR 71.12 for 10 TABLETSCEFDITOREN 30.0 MG
PROXECEF DT 50MG TABINR 114.42 for 10 TABLETSCEFDITOREN 50.0 MG
ZOSTUM O 50MG TAB DTINR 111.45 for 10 TABLET DTCEFDITOREN 50.0 MG