Zemetril 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, and throat. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

Zemetril 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, allergic reaction, nausea, stomach pain, and diarrhea. Taking this medicine along with some food may help to prevent indigestion and upset stomach. Seek emergency medical help if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Zemetril Tablet

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Zemetril Tablet

In Bacterial infections

Zemetril 500mg Tablet kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Zemetril Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zemetril

Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Abdominal pain
Genital itching
Vaginal inflammation
Increased liver enzymes
Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)

How to use Zemetril Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zemetril 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Zemetril Tablet works

Zemetril 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Zemetril 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zemetril 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zemetril 500mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Zemetril 500mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Zemetril 500mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Zemetril 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zemetril 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zemetril 500mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Zemetril 500mg Tablet is recommended.

What if you forget to take Zemetril Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zemetril 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Zemetril 500mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Zemetril 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Intermediate-spectrum {Second generation cephalosporins)

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

User feedback

Patients taking Zemetril 500mg Tablet

Twice A Day

69%

Once A Day

19%

Thrice A Day

12%

What are you using Zemetril Tablet for?

Bacterial inf*

100%

*Bacterial infections

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

67%

Average

33%

What were the side-effects while using Zemetril 500mg Tablet?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Zemetril Tablet?

With food

100%

FAQs

Does Zemetril 500mg Tablet treat cold or flu?

No, Zemetril 500mg Tablet does not treat cold or flu. Zemetril 500mg Tablet is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various kinds of bacterial infections. However, cold or flu are viral infections and therefore cannot be treated by Zemetril 500mg Tablet.

How should Zemetril 500mg Tablet be taken?

Zemetril 500mg Tablet should be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. Also, food intake enhances the absorption of the medicine thereby helping in faster recovery. Remember, Zemetril 500mg Tablet should never be taken on an empty stomach as it may trigger diarrhea (loose motions).

Can Zemetril 500mg Tablet cause thrush?

Yes, prolonged or repeated use of Zemetril 500mg Tablet may cause thrush or other similar fungal and yeast infections. It is advisable to take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. However, if you notice white patches in your mouth or genital area or if you notice increased vaginal discharge while taking Zemetril 500mg Tablet, consult your doctor immediately.

Is Zemetril 500mg Tablet safe to use?

Zemetril 500mg Tablet is safe to use at the prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Is Zemetril 500mg Tablet an antibiotic?

Yes, Zemetril 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic, it belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.

Can I stop taking Zemetril 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Zemetril 500mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But, it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.

How long does Zemetril 500mg Tablet take to work?

Usually, Zemetril 500mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Zemetril 500mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can the use of Zemetril 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Zemetril 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Zemetril 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

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