Zenflox 200 MG Tablet

Zenflox 200 MG Tablet is an antibiotic drug that fights against bacterial infections. It is used in the treatment of infections that are caused by bacteria, such as chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis, gonorrhea, Chlamydia, anthrax and plague.

This medication works by inhibiting the production of certain enzymes in the DNA of a bacteria, which are necessary for the survival and growth of this bacterial infection. Therefore, this antibiotic drug fights against bacterial infections by killing the bacteria and inhibiting the process of bacterial cell division.

Zenflox 200 MG Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that kills bacteria and hinders their growth. This antibiotic is a part of a class of drugs called fluoroquinolones, which work to treat infections that have been caused by bacteria. It is highly effective in treating conditions such as infectious diarrhea, cellulitis, prostatitis, plague, pneumonia and tuberculosis.

This medication fights against both Gram-negative as well as Gram-positive bacteria. It damages double stranded bacterial DNA and hinders DNA relaxation, thus inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA. In this way, Zenflox 200 MG Tablet inhibits the process of cell division for bacterial DNA, which helps you to get rid of a bacterial infection.

Zenflox 200 MG Tablet is available in the form of tablets or capsules that are taken orally, in the form of eye or ear drops, and can also be injected intravenously. It is advisable to take this medication only under the strict guidelines of your doctor.

Follow this prescription until the course is complete, even if the symptoms disappear. You should not skip a dose and avoid taking an extra tablet to make up for it.

It is possible for some people to experience a few common side effects from taking Zenflox 200 MG Tablet like headaches, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, trouble sleeping and dry mouth. These side effects are minor and may not require medical attention, unless they persist for over a week.

However, there are certain severe side effects such as hallucinations, tendonitis, mood swings, anxiety, irregular heartbeat, fatigue and a numbing sensation of the feet or hands. Not everyone experiences these side effects, it occurs only in a few cases. If you do experience any of these side effects, seek medical help immediately.

If you are allergic to Zenflox 200 MG Tablet, you might experience symptoms such as itchiness, swollen tongue, face, throat, hands or feet, trouble breathing and rashes. You should stop taking this medicine as soon as you manifest any of these symptoms and contact your doctor immediately.

Some people are more likely to face harmful side effects, if they also suffer from other conditions like brain disorders, seizures, heart conditions, kidney problems, myasthenia gravis, liver disease, epilepsy, tendonitis, an antibiotic allergy, bone disorders and problems of the joints.

It is advisable to inform your doctor of these conditions beforehand if he/she recommends taking Zenflox 200 MG Tablet. It is advisable for pregnant women, women who are breastfeeding, and children below 16 years, to avoid taking this antibiotic since it can lead to harmful consequences.

• Pneumonia

• Bronchitis

• Pyelonephritis

• Cystitis

• Prostatitis

• Gonococcal Infection

• Joint Infection

• Allergy

• Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• White Patches In The Mouth Or On The Tongue

• Joint Pain

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Fever With Chills

• Chest Tightness

• Headache

• Insomnia

• Dizziness

• Fatigue

• Sleep Disorders

• Nervousness

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 12 to 20 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration of the dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medicine is not recommended in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women should take medical help before using this medication.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is found to be unsafe to consume Zenflox 200 MG Tablet along with alcohol.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine affects the alertness of the patient taking it. Do not drive if you feel dizzy.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Zenflox 200 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Ofler 200 MG Tablet

  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Norilet-O 200 MG Tablet

  Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd

• Oflox 200 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Ofrex 200 MG Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Offer 200 MG Tablet

  Udik Pharmaceuticals

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

This tablet belongs to the class fluoroquinolones. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, which is essential for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This leads to expansion and destabilization of the bacterial DNA and causes cell death.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  It cause prolongation of prothrombin time. Also elevation in serum triglycerides, cholesterol, potassium, liver function tests are reported.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Decreased effect: Decreased absorption with antacids containing aluminium, magnesium, and/or calcium (by up to 98% if given at the same time), iron, vitamins with minerals, mineral supplements, sucralfate, or didanosine; fluoroquinolones may be decreased by antineoplastic agents.
  • Increased toxicity/serum levels: Quinolones cause increased caffeine, warfarin, cyclosporine, procainamide, and possibly theophylline levels. Cimetidine and probenecid increase quinolone levels.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication interacts with Central nervous system disorders, QT Prolongation, Renal impairment and Colitis.

• Interaction with Food

  The desired effect of this medicine is not observed if consumed with dairy products. There should be at least 2 hours gap between taking Ofloxacin and dairy products.

• Ques : What is Zenflox 200 mg tablet?

  Ans : This tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of conditions such as bronchitis, pneumonia, gonococcal infection, and certain types of infectious diarrhea. It contains Ofloxacin as a working ingredient. Zenflox 200 MG Tablet works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase thus preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing and eventually killing them.

• Ques : What are the uses of Zenflox 200 mg tablet?

  Ans : Zenflox is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like cystitis, pyelonephritis, urethritis, and skin infection. Besides these, it can also be used to treat conditions like pneumonia, bronchitis, and traveler's diarrhea.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Zenflox 200 mg tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include abdominal pain, anxiety, black or tarry stools, confusion, and diarrhea. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to fever, painful urination, decreased appetite, and joint pain.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Zenflox 200 mg tablet?

  Ans : Zenflox should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Zenflox 200 MG Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Zenflox 200 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This tablet should not be used if you have the conditions such as fever, rash, severe skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson Syndrome), inflammation of blood vessels (vasculitis), pain in joints, muscle pain, allergic reaction to an injection of foreign protein, allergic inflammation of the air sacs within the lungs (allergic pneumonitis), inflammation of the spaces between kidney tubules (interstitial nephritis), acute kidney failure, inflammation of the liver (hepatitis), jaundice, etc.

• Ques : Is Zenflox 200 MG Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Zenflox 200 MG Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as decreased taste sensitivity, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, itching on external sexual organs of women, nausea, severe itching, sleep problems, vaginal inflammation (vaginitis), and Vomiting, etc.

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