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Zostum-O Tablet 10's

Zostum-O Tablet 10's

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Composition

CEFDITOREN-200MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Zostum-O Tablet 10's

Zostum-O Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called 'antibiotics' used to treat several bacterial infections of the skin, throat, tonsils, pneumonia and bronchitis (infection in the airway tubes). Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Zostum-O Tablet 10's does not work against infections, flu or cold symptoms caused by the virus.

Zostum-O Tablet 10's contains Cefditoren an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills the bacterial cell. Thus, it prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

Take Zostum-O Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Zostum-O Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience indigestion, diarrhea, stomach pain and nausea. Most of these side effects of Zostum-O Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Before starting Zostum-O Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies (against these antibiotics). Talk with your doctor if you have an allergy to milk. Before taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's inform your doctor of the conditions like liver and kidney disease. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's. Zostum-O Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years.

Uses of Zostum-O Tablet 10's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Zostum-O Tablet 10's contains cefditoren a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the skin, throat, tonsils, pneumonia and bronchitis (infection in the airway tubes). Zostum-O Tablet 10's interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Directions for Use

Take Zostum-O Tablet 10's with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zostum-O Tablet 10's

  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vaginitis (inflammation of the vagina)

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Zostum-O Tablet 10's, penicillins, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney problems, diabetes, stomach or intestinal disorder such as inflammation of the large intestine and ulcers inform your doctor before taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's. The use of Zostum-O Tablet 10's can cause diarrhea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhea, stop taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's so that the dose may be reduced accordingly. Maintain a gap between Zostum-O Tablet 10's and antacid. Zostum-O Tablet 10's should not be given older than 65 years as it may cause an increased risk of side effects. Zostum-O Tablet 10's should not be used in children below 12 years.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Zostum-O Tablet 10's may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin), gout medicine (probenecid), antacid (ranitidine, famotidine), typhoid and cholera vaccine.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have ulcers, dialysis, kidney problems, diabetes or liver disease inform your doctor before taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • PROBENECID
  • RANITIDINE
  • FAMOTIDINE
  • TYPHOID VACCINE
  • CHOLERA VACCINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Zostum-O Tablet 10's to restore some of the healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like yogurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria. 
  • Include more fiber-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet. 
  • Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods, and drinks as it might affect the working of Zostum-O Tablet 10's. 
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Zostum-O Tablet 10's as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Zostum-O Tablet 10's in fighting off infections.

Special Advise

  • Zostum-O Tablet 10's may cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid vaccine) to not work as well. Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication unless your doctor tells you to.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect the body. They can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. These infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. When you get infected with these germs, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills and fatigue. Few harmful bacteria that commonly cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli. Anyone can get a bacterial infection, but people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines like steroids are more prone to infections.  

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Office No. 5119, 5th Floor, 'D' Wing, Oberoi Garden Estates, Chandivili, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 072.
Other Info - ZOS0054

FAQs

Zostum-O Tablet 10's can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. Zostum-O Tablet 10's is an antibiotic that kills toxic bacteria, but it can also affect the useful bacteria in your intestine or stomach and lead to diarrhea. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
You are not recommended to take Zostum-O Tablet 10's with warfarin (blood thinner) as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of bleeding more easily. However, please consult your doctor before taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's with other medicines.
No, Zostum-O Tablet 10's is not used to treat viral infections. Zostum-O Tablet 10's is an antibiotic which is used to treat only bacterial infections.
You are not recommended to stop taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Zostum-O Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Zostum-O Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.
Usually, Zostum-O Tablet 10's starts working soon after you take it. Though, it may take few days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms totally.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Zostum-O Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Zostum-O Tablet 10's is a category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known that Zostum-O Tablet 10's may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Zostum-O Tablet 10's usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Zostum-O Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Zostum-O Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

The tablet form is not recommended for children below 12 years.

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