ZIFI-O DRY SYP

Composition

Cefixime 50 mg/5 ml + Ofloxacin 50 mg/5 ml (dry syrup; after reconstitution)

Uses of ZIFI-O DRY SYP

Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as acute bacterial diarrhea/dysentery, enteric fever (typhoid) (as per physician), urinary tract infections, and respiratory tract infections where combination therapy is considered appropriate.

• •Helps treat bacterial diarrhea/dysentery
• •Broad-spectrum coverage against susceptible bacteria
• •Useful in mixed bacterial infections when prescribed
• •Reduces fever and infection-related symptoms by eradicating bacteria

How it works

Cefixime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis leading to bacterial death. Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase/topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication. Together they provide broad antibacterial coverage against susceptible organisms.

Directions for use

Dry syrup: reconstitute with boiled and cooled water up to the mark; shake well. Give the dose exactly as prescribed by the doctor (usually in 1–2 divided doses), with or without food; if stomach upset occurs, give after food. Shake well before each dose and complete the full course.

Side effects

Common side effects of ZIFI-O DRY SYP may include:

• •Nausea
• •vomiting
• •diarrhea