Zetro Suspension 200mg/5ml

Generic Name: Azithromycin

Suspension Prescription Required

Manufacturer Getz Pharma

Formula Azithromycin 200mg/5ml

Price

PKR 261.69

per pack

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About Zetro Suspension 200mg/5ml

Zetro syrup is an antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections.

Zetro Syrup Uses

Zetro syrup is an antibiotic medication that is used to treat various bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, upper and lower respiratory tract infections, skin infections, typhoid, sinusitis, and otitis media, etc. It contains Azithromycin, which is a type of macrolide antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Mostly, macrolide antibiotics are given if the bacteria are resistant to penicillin antibiotics. However, since antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, it is not advised to use Zetro for the treatment of viral infections.

Zetro Suspension 200mg/5ml formula

Azithromycin

Available forms

Tablets
Capsules
Suspension

How to use Zetro Suspension 200mg/5ml?

Shake well before use
Use a measuring cup, spoon or a dropper for the right quantity
Take the syrup orally via mouth
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
The dosage of Zetro syrup can vary depending on the age and weight of the patient and severity of the condition
If you experience any side effects, tell your doctor immediately

Drug Interactions

Zetro can interact with the following drugs:

Probenecid
Blood thinners like warfarin
Allopurinol
Oral birth control pills containing estrogen and progesterone
Other antibiotics like chloramphenicol, tetracyclines, sulfonamides, and macrolides
Cholesterol-lowering drugs like atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, and other statins
Ergot alkaloids
Colchicine
Oral hypoglycemic agents like repaglinide, rosiglitazone, nateglinide, and pioglitazone
Quetiapine
Antiarrhythmic drugs like amiodarone and procainamide
Benzodiazepines like diazepam, midazolam and triazolam

Risks and warnings

You should know the risks and warnings of Zetro syrup to prevent its misuse.

There are some specific circumstances under which the use of certain medications is contraindicated or considered dangerous. So when taking any medicine it's always a good practice to familiarize yourself with its risks and warnings.

The risks and warnings associated with Zetro syrup are:

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant.

Breastfeeding

This medicine is considered unsafe to use during lactation. Consult your doctor before using it.

Hypersensitivity

Patients allergic to Azithromycin or any of the ingredients in Zetro are advised not to use it.

Zetro Side Effects

The common side effects of Zetro are:

Abdominal pain
Vomit containing coffee grounds
Blood in stool
Constipation
Black stools
Acid reflux
Anemia
Elevation of liver enzymes
Diarrhea
Serum sickness
Risk of infections
Crystalluria
Eye discomfort
Gastric discomfort
Lethargy and body pain
Headache
Hearing impairment
Nausea
Pancreatitis
Sleep disorders
Vision disorders
Altered taste

Storage Conditions

Store the medicine at room temperature
Keep out of reach and sight of children
Protect it from sunlight and moisture

WRITTEN BY

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mujahid Israr

MBBS, FCPS (Medicine)

MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY

Dr. Arslan Shamim

MBBS, FCPS (Medicine)

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