Cefzolide Tablet 10's

Question 1

How does Cefzolide Tablet 10's work?

Accepted Answer

Cefzolide Tablet 10's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefixime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and linezolid (oxazolidinone antibiotics). Cefixime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival, thereby, killing the bacteria, preventing the spread of infections. Linezolid works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria.

Question 2

Does Cefzolide Tablet 10's cause diarrhoea?

Accepted Answer

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Cefzolide Tablet 10's. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Cefzolide Tablet 10's and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Question 3

Can I stop taking Cefzolide Tablet 10's on my own?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended to complete the course of Cefzolide Tablet 10's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Question 4

Does Cefzolide Tablet 10's affect test results?

Accepted Answer

Cefzolide Tablet 10's may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests, glucose test and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Cefzolide Tablet 10's. Your doctor might ask you to stop the intake of Cefzolide Tablet 10's before conducting these tests.

Question 5

Does Cefzolide Tablet 10's affect working of oral contraceptives?

Accepted Answer

Cefzolide Tablet 10's contains Cefixime which might interfere with the effectiveness of oral contraceptives (birth control pills). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor may suggest an alternate method of contraception.

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