ZOVAX 250MG TABLET

ZOVAX 250MG TABLET belongs to a group of anti-bacterial or antibiotics known as penicillin. ZOVAX 250MG TABLET is used to prevent and treat different types of bacterial infections like chest infections (pneumonia, bronchitis), ear/nose/throat (ENT) infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, leg ulcers, gum ulcers, and dental infections, and pressure sores. Besides this, it is also used with various antibiotics like clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcers caused by H. Pyroli bacteria.

ZOVAX 250MG TABLET has a similar method of killing bacteria as penicillin. ZOVAX 250MG TABLET kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). In turn, ZOVAX 250MG TABLET weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria. 

ZOVAX 250MG TABLET is available in oral tablets, capsules and syrup dosage forms. You should take the syrup form of ZOVAX 250MG TABLET as your doctor advises. The tablet or capsule form of ZOVAX 250MG TABLET should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Most bacterial infections get treated within one week, while some conditions might take longer. So, it would be best if you tried to complete the prescribed dosage. During the treatment with ZOVAX 250MG TABLET, you may observe some common side effects like feeling sick (nausea) and diarrhoea. But these side effects are usually in the initial phase and then resolve after some time. However, if these side effects persist, let your doctor know. Prolonged intake of the liquid form of ZOVAX 250MG TABLET may cause temporary staining of teeth (especially in children) that can be removed by brushing.

You can drink alcoholic beverages while taking amoxicillin, as it does not interact with ZOVAX 250MG TABLET. It is generally well-tolerated among adults, children, and pregnant, and breastfeeding women. Do not take ZOVAX 250MG TABLET if you are allergic to amoxicillin, or penicillin antibiotics, have liver/kidney problems and had any vaccinations.

ZOVAX 250MG TABLET is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that helps treat various bacterial infections like ear, nose, or throat (ENT) infections, skin infections, genitourinary tract, and lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) caused by susceptible bacteria. ZOVAX 250MG TABLET is effective against gram-positive (S. pneumoniae) and gram-negative bacteria (E Coli, Haemophilus influenza, Neisseria gonorrhoea). Besides this, ZOVAX 250MG TABLET also helps treat stomach ulcers caused by the H Pyroli bacteria. And if combined with antibiotics like clarithromycin and acidity, medicine like lansoprazole help reduce the symptoms of duodenum ulcer. ZOVAX 250MG TABLET can be safely prescribed and well-tolerated among adults, pregnant and nursing mothers. 

• Feeling sick (nausea)
• Diarrhoea

Serious allergic reactions may be reported in patients taking ZOVAX 250MG TABLET, including raised itchy skin rashes, wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing. Taking ZOVAX 250MG TABLET may cause antibiotic-induced diarrhoea in some cases. Penicillin antibiotics, blood thinners (warfarin, coumadin), uric acid-lowering drugs (allopurinol, probenecid), and anti-cancer or anti-arthritis drugs (methotrexate) may severely interact with ZOVAX 250MG TABLET. Tell your doctor if you have chronic kidney disease or viral glandular fever (mononucleosis) before taking ZOVAX 250MG TABLET. This medicine may lower the efficiency of oral birth control pills or contraceptive devices. An intake of ZOVAX 250MG TABLET may alter some glucose urine tests like the copper reduction test report.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Taking ZOVAX 250MG TABLET with penicillin antibiotics, blood thinners (warfarin, coumadin), uric acid-lowering drug (allopurinol, probenecid), and anti-cancer or anti-arthritis drug (methotrexate) may severely interact with ZOVAX 250MG TABLET.

Drug-Food Interactions: Grapefruit juice and dietary supplements containing minerals like calcium may also work to dampen the effect of antibiotics.

Drug-Disease Interactions: ZOVAX 250MG TABLET should not be given in the condition of colitis, glandular fever, and chronic kidney disease. Colitis is characterized by severe diarrhoea and abdominal cramps associated with the passage of mucous and blood via stool or vomiting.

• WARFARIN
• COUMADIN
• ALLOPURINOL
• PROBENECID
• METHOTREXATE

• After taking the full course of ZOVAX 250MG TABLET, probiotics should be taken to restore some of the healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can restore the intestine's good bacteria stink.
• Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Thus fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
• Avoid taking too many calcium-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of ZOVAX 250MG TABLET.
• Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with ZOVAX 250MG TABLET as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the ZOVAX 250MG TABLET in fighting off infections.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.