Zanocin DS 400 mg

Composition of Zanocin DS 400 mg

Zanocin DS 400 mg contains Ofloxacin 400 mg. It belongs to the Fluoroquinolone antibiotic class of medicines.

Uses of Zanocin DS 400 mg

• Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections (UTI)
• gastrointestinal infections (including infectious diarrhoea)
• respiratory tract infections
• skin and soft tissue infections
• and certain genital infections as prescribed.

Key benefits

• Treats susceptible bacterial infections
• Effective in UTIs
• Useful in infectious diarrhoea/GI infections
• Helps in certain respiratory and skin infections
• Broad-spectrum antibacterial action

How Zanocin DS 400 mg works

Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. This blocks DNA replication and repair, leading to bacterial cell death.

How to take Zanocin DS 400 mg

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed by the doctor; commonly taken once or twice daily with water. Can be taken with or without food, but avoid taking with milk/dairy, antacids or iron/calcium/zinc supplements within 2 hours before or after the dose. Complete the full course.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Zanocin DS as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Zanocin DS than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Zanocin DS 400 mg

Most side effects of Zanocin DS are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhoea
• abdominal pain
• dizziness
• headache
• insomnia
• rash
• photosensitivity

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Zanocin DS 400 mg

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only antibiotic; use only for bacterial infections. Stop and seek medical help if tendon pain/swelling occurs (risk of tendinitis/rupture), severe diarrhoea occurs (possible C. difficile), allergic reaction, seizures, confusion, or symptoms of peripheral neuropathy (tingling/numbness). Use with caution in elderly, kidney disease (dose adjustment may be needed), epilepsy/CNS disorders, myasthenia gravis, diabetes (risk of hypo/hyperglycaemia), and QT prolongation/heart rhythm disorders. Avoid excessive sunlight; may cause dizziness—use caution while driving.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids containing magnesium/aluminium, sucralfate, iron/calcium/zinc supplements (reduced absorption), warfarin and other anticoagulants (increased bleeding risk), antiarrhythmics/QT-prolonging drugs (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol, certain antipsychotics/macrolides), corticosteroids (increased tendon rupture risk), NSAIDs (increased CNS stimulation/seizure risk), antidiabetic drugs/insulin (blood sugar changes), theophylline (possible increased levels)

How to store Zanocin DS 400 mg

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA 2

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Fluoroquinolone antibiotic