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Zithromax is a type of antibiotic used for the treatment of various common infections. This eMedTV article describes Zithromax uses in detail and offers information on its dosing guidelines, effects, and possible side effects.
If you're taking Zithromax and pregnancy occurs, tell your doctor. This eMedTV page explains that Zithromax is a pregnancy Category B medicine, meaning that a pregnant woman may take it if its benefits outweigh the possible risks to her unborn child.
As this eMedTV article explains, for treating most types of infections, the Zithromax dosage is 250 mg or 500 mg once daily for three to five days. This page also discusses dosing guidelines for children and for treating sexually transmitted diseases.
This eMedTV page explains how drug interactions with Zithromax can change how your body metabolizes the drugs and alter the levels of some drugs in your blood. Nelfinavir and carbamazepine are among the drugs that can potentially interfere with Zithromax.
As this eMedTV page explains, Zithromax uses include treating bacterial infections (such as ear and sinus infections) and sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea and chlamydia. Among the drug's off-label uses are treating acne and whooping cough.
This eMedTV page outlines Zetia, a prescription drug that treats high cholesterol. This page covers specific uses, effects, dosing, and the importance of using the medicine in conjunction with lifestyle changes. Zitia is a common misspelling of Zetia.
Zithromax is a medicine that is commonly used for the treatment of bacterial infections. As this eMedTV segment explains, the antibiotic is also used for treating certain sexually transmitted diseases. Zitromax is a common misspelling of Zithromax.
Zocor is often used to treat high cholesterol and high triglycerides, and to prevent cardiovascular disease. This eMedTV Web page discusses this prescription medication in detail, including side effects, dosing, strengths, and how it works.
This eMedTV page lists some short-term pain-relief suggestions that you can try if you're taking Zocor and joint pain occurs. Among other things, you can take over-the-counter drugs like aspirin or Tylenol or apply heat or cold to the sore area.
It's up for debate as to whether Zocor and liver problems are related. This eMedTV page lists some liver problems seen rarely in people taking Zocor (like cirrhosis and hepatoma) and possible symptoms of liver problems (like nausea or vomiting).
Memory loss occurs in less than 1 percent of people taking Zocor. This part of the eMedTV archives discusses research studies on Zocor and memory loss, and also advises talking with your doctor if you notice any memory problems while taking the drug.
This eMedTV page warns that if you're taking Zocor and muscle aches occur (especially when you have a fever or feel ill), it could signify a serious muscle problem like myopathy or rhabdomyolysis. Call your doctor right way if you have these symptoms.
If you're taking Zocor and muscle pain occurs, contact your doctor. This eMedTV page warns that muscle tenderness or weakness along with fever or a feeling of sickness can signify a serious muscle problem in some people taking Zocor (simvastatin).
As this eMedTV page explains, there is little benefit and a very real risk from taking Zocor during pregnancy. Zocor is a pregnancy Category X drug that could potentially harm a fetus. If you're taking Zocor and pregnancy occurs, let your doctor know.
As this eMedTV page explains, gaining weight is a side effect with some cholesterol drugs, but not with Zocor. This page lists things that you can do if you're taking Zocor and weight gain occurs, such as exercising and eating a low-cholesterol diet.
The starting dose of Zocor for most people with high cholesterol is 20 mg to 40 mg once daily. This eMedTV segment also lists the starting dosage for children (10 mg once daily), as well as tips on dosing (like always taking Zocor as prescribed).
Fibrates, antifungals, warfarin, and other drugs can all cause problems when taken with Zocor. This eMedTV page describes how drug interactions with Zocor can alter how your body metabolizes the drugs and change the blood levels of some medications.
Zocor Precautions and Warnings
Some precautions and warnings for Zocor listed in this eMedTV article include drug interactions and the safety of taking the medication while pregnant or nursing. This page also describes people who may not be able to take this drug.
Zocor Side Effect -- Depression
Many people ask, "Is a Zocor side effect depression?" This eMedTV article explains that depression is a side effect reported rarely with Zocor. This page also lists some depression symptoms such as feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and helplessness.
This eMedTV page lists common side effects of Zocor, such as nausea and gas; rare side effects, such as hepatitis; and symptoms that may require medical attention, such as muscle tenderness or weakness along with fever or a feeling of sickness.
As this eMedTV page explains, Zocor is used to treat high cholesterol and high triglycerides, in addition to helping prevent cardiovascular disease in some people. This page also discusses off-label uses and giving the medication to children.
Zafirlukast is a prescription drug used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children. This eMedTV page describes the medicine in more detail and explains how it works to reduce asthma symptoms. Zofirlucast is a common misspelling of zafirlukast.
This eMedTV article explains how Zofran works to prevent nausea and vomiting in people who are undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery. This page also explains potential side effects. Zofram is a common misspelling of Zofran.
Zofran is a drug that is used to prevent nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy and other causes. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this drug, including information on potential side effects and general dosing guidelines.
There are several strengths available for Zofran tablets; 4 mg is the lowest available strength. This eMedTV Web page explains what other forms and strengths are available and offers information on how Zofran dosing works.
The usual dose for preventing postoperative nausea is two 8 mg Zofran tablets taken an hour before surgery. This eMedTV article also offers Zofran dosing guidelines for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced and radiation-induced nausea and vomiting.
Constipation can be a Zofran side effect for those undergoing chemotherapy or radiation, as this eMedTV page explains. However, it does not appear to be a problem for people who take Zofran before surgery. This page discusses Zofran and constipation.
This eMedTV resource explores Zofran and depression, explaining that although Zofran works by blocking serotonin receptors, it does not cause depression because it targets different receptors. This page also describes some signs of depression.
There are many potential side effects of Zofran, and hair loss does not appear to be one of them. However, this eMedTV Web page explains that hair loss is a common side effect of chemotherapy. Talk to your doctor if you notice hair loss with Zofran.
This eMedTV article discusses the various dosages for Zofran, depending on whether it is used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery. This page also offers tips for taking your Zofran dosage.
The recommended dosage of Zofran for children varies, depending on the child's age. As this eMedTV page explains, children ages 12 and up follow dosing guidelines for adults. For children ages 4 through 11, the Zofran dose is 4 mg three times daily.
This portion of the eMedTV archives explores potential Zofran drug interactions with other medications, such as carbamazepine, phenytoin, or rifampicin. This segment also covers how these interactions can decrease the level of Zofran in your blood.
This eMedTV article explores Zofran and pregnancy, explaining that it is considered generally safe to take Zofran during pregnancy. This page also discusses how the FDA categorizes Zofran as a pregnancy Category B medication.
Occasionally, doctors may treat morning sickness with the prescription drug Zofran. As this page from the eMedTV library explains, Zofran can be used "off-label" to treat and prevent nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.