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Zimamox is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. However, the drug does not work against colds and flu caused by viruses. So what are the uses of Zimamox?
1. What effect does Zimamox have?
Zimamox is a penicillin antibiotic that is used to treat infections caused by bacteria. The mechanism of action is to kill bacteria and prevent their growth. However, Zimamox will not work for viral infections such as colds, flu, ... Besides, Zimamox is also used with other drugs such as clarithromycin, lansoprazole to treat H. pylori and duodenal ulcers.Besides the above uses, Zimamox can also be used to treat some other conditions that are not listed above. Therefore, before taking the drug, you should consult your doctor for advice on how to use the drug in the most effective way.
2. How to use and dosage of Zimamox
2.1 How to take Zimamox Zimamox is taken by mouth, only as directed by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before each use. Before taking, users need to measure the dose with a measuring spoon, syringe or medicine cup. You can mix the oral liquid with baby formula, milk, juice, water.
Use the full course of antibiotics, continue to take them even if you feel your condition has improved. Because the infection may not go away if you stop the medicine too soon.
2.2 Dosage Dosage will vary from patient to patient depending on infection status, response, and weight.
For bacterial infections
Adults, adolescents, and children who weigh 40 kilograms or more — 250 to 500 milligrams every 8 hours, or 500 to 875 mg every 12 hours. Children and infants over 3 months of age weighing less than 40kg: Dosage is based on body weight and should be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 20 to 40 milligrams per kilogram of body weight per day, divided and given every 8 hours, or 25 to 45 mg per kilogram of body weight per day, divided and given every 12 hours. Infants younger than 3 months: Dosage should be based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 30 mg per kilogram of body weight per day, divided and injected every 12 hours. For the treatment of gonorrhea
Adults, adolescents and children weighing 40 kilograms or more: 3 grams as a single dose. Children 2 years of age and older weighing less than 40 kg: Dosage is based on body weight and should be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 50 milligrams per kilogram of body weight per day, in combination with 25 mg per kilogram of probenecid, given as a single dose. Children under 2 years old: Not recommended for use. For the treatment of H. pylori infection
For adults: Dual therapy: 1000 milligrams of amoxicillin and 30mg of lansoprazole three times a day (8 hours each) for 14 days. Triple therapy: 1000mg amoxicillin, 500mg clarithromycin and 30mg lansoprazole, all given twice a day (every 12 hours) for 14 days. For children: use and dosage must be determined by your doctor.
3. Undesirable effects when using Zimamox drug
Some unwanted effects that may occur when using Zimamox include:
Abdominal pain Back pain Bleeding gums Peeling skin, blistering Nose bleed Chest tightness Coughing Diarrhea Dark urine Dizziness Heart Fast pounding Feelings of discomfort Fever Headache Joint pain Muscle pain Nausea, vomiting Sores in mouth Swollen lymph nodes Abnormal weight loss Weakness When in this situation, the patient or family member should immediately notify the staff. nearest medical facility for prompt treatment.
4. Some notes when using Zimamox
Some notes when using Zimamox include:
Inform your doctor about any history of hypersensitivity, allergy to Zimamox or any other allergies. Zimamox may contain inactive ingredients and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Every day you are using including prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, herbs and supplements, foods, preservatives or dyes, you need to inform your doctor to know. . Report medical history, especially mononucleosis, kidney disease, phenylketonuria. Zimamox can cause diarrhea, and in some cases, it can be serious. It may happen about 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine. Do not take any medicine or give your child medicine to treat diarrhea without first consulting your doctor. Diarrhea medications can make diarrhea worse or last longer. If you have any questions about this or if mild diarrhea continues or gets worse, see your doctor. The results of some tests may be affected by medications, so before you have any medical tests, tell the medical doctor in charge that you or your child are taking medication. In some young patients, tooth discoloration may occur with the use of Zimamox. Teeth may appear brown, yellow or gray stains. To help prevent this, brush and floss regularly or have your dentist clean your teeth. Birth control pills may not work while you are using Zimamox. To prevent pregnancy, use another form of birth control along with your birth control pills. Other forms include such as condoms, diaphragms, contraceptive foams or jelly. Geriatric Patients: Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of amoxicillin in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney problems, so caution and an adjustment in the dosage may be needed for patients receiving amoxicillin. For Children: Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of amoxicillin in children. However, infants and infants 3 months of age and younger with immature kidney function may need a lower dose of this medicine.
5. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can reduce the effect of zetia, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Certain medications should not be used at or around the time of zetia treatment. However, in some other cases, two different drugs can be used together even if they can interact. In these cases the doctor needs to change the dosage or take other precautions. Therefore, let your doctor know what medications and supplements you are taking.
Một số loại thuốc có thể tương tác với Zimamox bao gồm:
Chlortetracycline Demeclocycline Desogestrel Dienogest Doxycycline Drospirenone Eravacycline Estradiol Ethinyl Estradiol Ethynodiol Gestodene Levonorgestrel Lymecycline Meclocycline Mestranol Methacycline Methotrexate Minocycline Mycophenolate Mofetil Nomegestrol Norethindrone Norgestimate Norgestrel Omadacycline Oxytetracycline Rolitetracycline Sarecycline Sulfasalazine Tetracyclin Tigecycline Venlafaxine Warfarin Tóm In contrast, Zimamox is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. However, the drug does not work against colds and flu caused by viruses. Zimamox can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what medicines you are taking to reduce the risk of unwanted effects and at the same time make them more effective. treatment process.
