ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT is an antibiotic medicine. It is commonly given to children to treat a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the ear, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract. It can also be used in treating uncomplicated typhoid fever in children and adolescents.

ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT is best given an hour before or two hours after meals as that ensures better absorption. In case your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with meals. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of the intake, give the same dose again but do not double dose if it's the time for the next dose.

Do not give this medicine to your child in case of cold and flu symptoms as they are usually caused by viruses, and antibiotics don’t treat viral infections. Doctors prescribe this medicine for cough and cold only when they detect any underlying secondary bacterial infection.

This medicine may have some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and allergy. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without any delay.

Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT for your child

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. 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 ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT in children

ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Ziprax

Nausea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Allergy
Vomiting

How can I give ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Ziprax Tablet DT works

ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT is recommended.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

What if I forget to give ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT to my child?

Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
Only give ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Patient concerns

stomach upset since last 5 days,currently nothing is digesting,stool done 3-4 times a day,its loose,is giving econorm sachet 1 a day along with ors in water. Can I give Ziprax as it suits my son I use to give it earlier during stomach upset when he was infant till 1.5 years. If yes pls suggest mg. as i use to give him Ziprax 50mg earlier.

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Monitor temperature of Patient. If Patient has fever place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead. Give your Patient a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows: - ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)]. Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr. will determine underlying disorders by clinical examination which range from mild conditions to the most serious of bacterial and viral illnesses and will prescribe medicines accordingly. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

My baby girl has loos motion from 1 month after complete one syrup Ziprax 100mg 2 days gone ok but after that problem continue

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of Patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will give opinion and prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Patient may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis and clinical examination. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

FAQs

What if I give too much of ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT by mistake?

An extra dose of ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT is unlikely to do harm. However, if you think you have given too much of ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Are there any possible serious side effects of ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT?

ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT on a long-term basis?

The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.

The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?

Yellow or green mucus in the nose does not mean that antibiotics are needed. During a common cold, it is normal for mucus to thicken up and change from clear to yellow or green. Symptoms often last for 7-10 days.

Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?

In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child's health. Use antibiotics only after consulting with your child’s doctor.

Can ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT impact my child’s digestive system?

Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking antibiotics. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may take a hit too. ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT may kill off the good bacteria along with the bad, increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child is having diarrhea while on ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.

Can ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT lead to bacterial resistance in my child?

Yes, irregular treatment, repeated use,, and misuse of ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT can lead to resistance. Resistant bacteria are no longer killed by the antibiotics and may lead to reinfection.

How long should I take ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT?

ZIPRAX 50MG TABLET DT is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

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