Zostum-O 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases. Zostum-O 200mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. You should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, indigestion, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Before 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 healthcare team 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.

• Indigestion
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
• Headache

If you miss a dose of Zostum-O 200mg Tablet, 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.

• Q. Q. Is Zostum-O 200mg Tablet effective??
  Ans: Zostum-O 200mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Zostum-O 200mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
• Q. Q. How should Zostum-O 200mg Tablet be taken??
  Ans: Zostum-O 200mg Tablet should be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. Also, food intake enhances the absorption of the medicine thereby helping in faster recovery. Remember, Zostum-O 200mg Tablet should never be taken on an empty stomach as it may trigger diarrhea (loose motions).
• Q. Q. Can the use of Zostum-O 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea??
  Ans: Yes, the use of Zostum-O 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Zostum-O 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria, but it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
• Q. Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Zostum-O 200mg Tablet??
  Ans: If you forget a dose of Zostum-O 200mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
• Q. Q. How long does Zostum-O 200mg Tablet take to work??
  Ans: Usually, Zostum-O 200mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
• Q. Q. What if I do not get better after using Zostum-O 200mg Tablet??
  Ans: Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
• Q. Q. Can I stop taking Zostum-O 200mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better??
  Ans: No, do not stop taking Zostum-O 200mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. Still, you need to take this medicine for the prescribed duration to gain maximum benefit from it.

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