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Zycin 500mg Injection

Name: Zycin 500mg Injection
SKU: vial of 1 Injection
Price: 14 INR
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Salt CompositionAzithromycin (500mg)

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Introduction to Zycin 500mg Injection

Zycin 500mg Injection is a medication that contains Azithromycin, an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections.

These infections include bronchitis; pneumonia; sexually transmitted diseases (STD); and infections of the ears, lungs, sinuses, skin, throat, and reproductive organs.
Besides treating infections, it is also used to treat or prevent spreading Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infection [a type of lung infection that often affects people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)].
Continue taking the dose until you complete the course prescribed by the doctor, even if you feel better. If you stop taking too soon or skip doses, your infection may not be completely treated, and the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics.
It will not be effective for colds, flu, or other viral infections.

Safety Advice for Zycin 500mg Injection

Moderate risk
High risk
Safe

Zycin 500mg Injection does not have direct interactions with alcohol.

Zycin 500mg Injection is generally considered safe during pregnancy, with minimal impact on the developing baby.

Zycin 500mg Injection is safe while breastfeeding, although rare instances of diarrhea or rash in the baby may occur.

In severe kidney disease, use Zycin 500mg Injection cautiously, considering potential dose adjustments under medical guidance.warnings

Exercise caution with Zycin 500mg Injection in liver disease, and consult your doctor for potential dose adjustments.

Antibiotics may exhibit symptoms of drowsiness, dizziness, and impaired judgement in some people.

How Zycin 500mg Injection works

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It does so by stopping bacteria from making proteins they need to live and grow.

How To Use Zycin 500mg Injection

Follow your doctor's guidance on its use.
It is available in different forms, including tablets and liquid solutions.
Swallow the whole tablet with water while liquid medicine shoud be measured with the device provided.
The medicine can be taken after or before having food but be consistent.

Special Precautions About Zycin 500mg Injection

Azithromycin has been associated with an increased risk of a rare heart problem that may cause irregular heartbeat, fainting, or sudden death.
If you are taking antacids then you need to maintain some time gap between both
Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney disease, myasthenia gravis, heart rhythm disorders, low potassium levels
Inform unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately.

Benefits Of Zycin 500mg Injection

Helps against bacterial infections.
Treats respiratory and skin infections.
Helps travelers' diarrhea, and other gastrointestinal infections

Side Effects Of Zycin 500mg Injection

Nausea
Diarrhea
vomiting
Abdominal pain
headache

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Zycin 500mg Injection

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
If the next dose is soon, skip the missed one, don't take double dose.
Stick to your prescribed schedule.

Health And Lifestyle

Practice hygiene to prevent infection spread. Following a balanced diet may complement the treatment, make habit of drink planty of water as it helps to flush out the toxins.

Drug Interaction

Antacids
Amisulpride
Amitriptyline

Drug Food Interaction

No Drug-Food Interactions Found Yet.
Consult your healthcare provider for more information.

Disease Explanation

Bacterial infections are illnesses caused by harmful bacteria that multiply or release toxins in the body.

FAQ's on Zycin 500mg Injection

Can the use of Zycin cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Zycin can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Written By

Rakshita Garg

Content Updated on

Tuesday, 7 May, 2024

Sources

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a697037.html#if-i-forget

https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/azithromycin-oral-route/precautions/drg-20072362

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