Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension
Manufacturer
Zicad Life Care
Salt Composition
Ofloxacin (50mg/5ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections in children, including those affecting the eyes, ears, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract.
Dosage Form
Oral Suspension
Introduction
Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine commonly given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections. It is also part of the multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) treatment regimen. This medicine is used to target the eyes, ears, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract.
Directions for Use
Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again or cause another infection.
How it works
Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension is an antibiotic that interferes with the genetic material of bacteria by implanting defects in its DNA. These defects hamper the multiplication of the bacteria and affect its survival as well, killing the infection-causing bacteria and preventing the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.
Quick Tips
Complete the entire course of antibiotics Do not give any calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin, or antacid within 2 hours of taking Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension 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 Discontinue Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing Only give Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses
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Frequently asked questions
What if I give too much of Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension by mistake?
An extra dose of Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much to your child, immediately contact a doctor or seek medical advice. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, unconsciousness, and palpitations (irregularities of heartbeat). Contact a doctor immediately if you notice any of these symptoms.
What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?
Ineffective treatment with Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing bacteria. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic that would be more specific in action. Not all medicines are given by oral route, some may have to be given by IV route (intravenous injection) in the hospital.
Can other medicines be taken at the same time as Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension?
Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Before starting Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension, tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking. Consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension?
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. Once your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
What should I tell the doctor before giving Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension to my child?
Inform the doctor if your child is suffering from a heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood vessels, seizures, psychiatric disorders, diabetes, photoallergy (allergy from sunlight), neuromuscular disorders, or rheumatoid arthritis. There is a possibility that Zfflox 50mg Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
