Zenflox Suspension

Zenflox Suspension is an antibiotic medicine. It is commonly given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the eyes, ears, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and urinary tract. Zenflox Suspension is also a part of the multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) treatment regimen. Give Zenflox Suspension to your child orally, preferably at a fixed time, either before or after meals. In case your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with meals. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, your child’s age, and body weight, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of intake, repeat the same dose but do not double dose if it's time for the next dose. In some cases, minor and temporary side effects may be experienced after the intake of this medicine. These include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, rash, and headache. Usually, these effects subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case of prolonged or bothersome events, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor without any delay. Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episode of allergy, heart-problem, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

• Treatment of Bacterial infections

Zenflox Suspension is an antibiotic. It interferes with the genetic material of bacteria by implanting defects in its DNA. These defects hamper the multiplication of the bacteria and affect its survival as well. Thus, it kills the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Zenflox Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Itching
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Rash
• Genital itching
• Vaginal inflammation
• Phlebitis
• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

KidneyCAUTION

Zenflox Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zenflox Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

LiverCAUTION

Zenflox Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zenflox Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, discontinue its use immediately if signs or symptoms of hepatitis like vomiting, paleness, and weakness is observed.

Do not panic. You can give the medicine as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child. In case of any confusion, do consult your doctor, do not double the dose to catch up.

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Anti infectives

Action Class

Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones