Introduction

Uses of Zimax 50ml

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Zimax 50ml

Vomiting
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea

How to use Zimax 50ml

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. Zimax 50ml may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Zimax 50ml works

Zimax 50ml is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

What if you forget to take Zimax 50ml?

If you miss a dose of Zimax 50ml, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Zimax 50ml.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Stop taking Zimax 50ml and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zimax 50ml.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Zimax 50ml is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Zimax 50ml is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.\nThere may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Zimax 50ml does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Zimax 50ml should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zimax 50ml may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Zimax 50ml should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zimax 50ml may be needed. Please consult your doctor.