Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR 5 tablet sr in 1 strip

All Details About Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR

Description:

Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is used to treat infections of the lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues.

Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. You should take it regularly as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen.

The most common side effects of Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR include vomiting, headache, nausea, decreased blood cell counts, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Earlier using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

Uses:

Treatment of Severe bacterial infections

Directions For Use:

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. Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Ozolid

Vomiting
Headache
Nausea
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

FAQs:

Q. Can the use of Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, the use of Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. What foods should I avoid while taking Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR?

You should avoid taking large quantities of food that contain high tyramine in it. Foods that are fermented, cured, aged or spoiled contain high amount of tyramine e.g cheese, red wine, pickle, over ripe fruits etc. Consuming tyramine while taking Ozolid 1200mg Tablet SR can result in elevation of blood pressure, which may result in an emergency situation.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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