Consuming alcohol with Zilapro 500 does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zilapro 500 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
Zilapro 500 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.
Avoid prolonged use of Zilapro 500, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
UNSAFE
Zilapro 500 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Zilapro 500 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zilapro 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zilapro 500 is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Zilapro 500 is recommended.
Medicine Overview of Zilapro 500mg Capsule
Introduction
Zilapro 500 is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, and throat. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms an ... Show more
Uses of Zilapro 500
Bacterial infections
Side effects of Zilapro 500
Common
Rash
Allergic reaction
Nausea
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
How to use Zilapro 500
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. Zilapro 500 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Zilapro 500 works
Zilapro 500 is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
What if you forget to take Zilapro 500?
If you miss a dose of Zilapro 500, 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
Your doctor has prescribed Zilapro 500 to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to tr ... Show more
Discontinue Zilapro 500 and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in ... Show more
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find bloo ... Show more
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Zilapro 500 as it may cause increased side effects.
Brief Description
Indication
Pharyngitis, Susceptible infections, Sinusitis, Otitis media, Skin and skin structure infections, Tonsillitis, Respiratory tract infections, Acute Max ... Show more
Administration
May be taken with or without food. May be taken w/ meals to reduce GI discomfort.
Adult Dose
Pharyngitis & Tonsillitis
500 mg PO qDay for 10 days
Respiratory Tract Infections, Skin Infections
250-500 mg q12hr OR 500 mg qDay for10 days
Child Dose
Child: PO 15–30 mg/kg/day q12h
Renal Dose
Renal impairment:
CrCl (ml/min)
<30 Half normal dose.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Cefprozil inhibits cell wall synthesis and has activity against a broad range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Precaution
Hypersensitivity to penicillins; renal impairment; porphyria. Monitor renal and haematologic status. Pregnancy, lactation.
Lactation: low distribut ... Show more
Side Effect
1-10%
Nausea (3.5%),Diarrhea (2.9%),Elevated LFTs (2%),Diaper rash (1.5%),Abdominal pain (1%),Dizziness (1%),Vomiting (1%)
<1%
Eosinophilia,Super ... Show more
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: B
Lactation: low distribution into breast milk; use with caution
Interaction
Renal excretion delayed by probenecid. Decreases contraceptive effect of oestrogen-containing oral contraceptives.
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