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Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er

Manufactured byBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
ContainsFaropenem
Description
Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections affecting the nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, etc., especially when other antibiotics are ineffective. Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er should only be used to treat infections caused by bacteria and not fungi or viruses. It works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er can cause some common side effects such as stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor if they persist or become severe. Avoid activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles and operating machines as it may cause dizziness. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated while taking this medicine, as it can cause diarrhoea, which may lead to dehydration. Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er may be taken with or without food. For the ease of remembering, take this medicine around the same time every day. Once you start taking an antibiotic, always complete the entire course of treatment to prevent the risk of re-infection and the development of antibiotic resistance (microorganisms develop the ability to defeat the medicines intended to kill them). Also, avoid taking it without your doctor's prescription, as any unnecessary use of an antibiotic can make it less effective against future infections. Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er may not be suitable for everyone. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine. It should be used with caution if you have kidney problems. Your doctor may recommend tests to monitor your kidney function while you are taking this medicine. This will help your doctor adjust the dose to make sure this medicine is safe for you. Also, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, as they may affect or get affected by Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Rashes
  • Headache

Uses of Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er

What is it prescribed for?

  • Respiratory Tract Infection
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Gynaecological infections
  • Skin and Skin Structure Infection
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken for Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er to show its effect is clinically unknown.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er remains effective is clinically unknown.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to the lack of safety information, Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er should be used with caution during pregnancy. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er may pass into the breastmilk. Hence it is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of safety information, Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er should be used with caution during pregnancy. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er may pass into the breastmilk. Hence it is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Atopy

Atopy is a genetic condition in which you develop an allergic reaction as your immune system responds to common allergic triggers that you eat or breathe. Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er should be used with caution if you have a family history of atopy, as this medicine may increase the risk of allergic reactions.

Use in the elderly

Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er should be used with caution in the elderly due to the increased risk of severe side effects.

Diarrhoea

Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhoea. Seek medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that persists or worsens. Consult your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Antibiotic resistance

Finish your entire course of treatment with Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er even if you feel better after a few doses to avoid antibiotic resistance (bacteria develop the ability to defeat the antibiotic intended to kill them). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment with your doctor.

Vitamin deficiency

Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er can cause symptoms of vitamin K deficiency like low levels of prothrombin (a protein that helps in blood clotting), increased risk of bleeding, etc. It ay alco cause symptoms of vitamin B-group deficiency like swelling of the tongue, stomatitis (sore or swelling in the inside of the mouth), lack of appetite, neuritis (swelling of the nerves), etc. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Allergic skin reaction

Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er may cause severe skin reactions that cause blistering and peeling of the skin. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, blisters (fluid-filled bumps), or lesions (a part of the skin that has an abnormal growth or appearance).

Rhabdomyolysis

Rhabdomyolysis is a condition that causes the breakdown of muscle tissue, which gets released into the blood. It may lead to kidney damage. Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er should be used with caution as it may cause rhabdomyolysis.

Use in children

Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose with Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Sodium Valproate

Furosemide

Imipenem and cilastatin sodium combination

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er should be used with caution if you have kidney problems due to the increased risk of kidney damage. Your doctor may suggest dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.

Severe liver disease

Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er should be used with caution if you have liver problems as this medicine may cause an increase in levels of liver enzymes. Hence, your doctor may recommend a dose adjustment or replacement with suitable alternatives based on your clinical condition.

Colitis

Colitis is the swelling of the large intestine. Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and lead to diarrhoea. Therefore use this medicine with extreme caution if you have stomach and intestinal problems, particularly colitis, as it may worsen your health condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er may be taken with or without food, or as instructed by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet in your mouth. Swallow as a whole with plenty of water. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take this medicine at the same time daily for the ease of remembering. Finish the entire course of treatment and avoid discontinuing this medicine on your own, even if you feel better after a few doses. Consult your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea that persists or worsens. Do not give your medicine to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Zyfor 300 mg Tablet Er works by preventing the formation of the bacterial cell wall (protective outer covering of the bacteria). Thus, it kills the bacteria and prevents the spread of infections.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Carbapenems

Schedule

Schedule H

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