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Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Nov 30, 2024 | 3:19 PM IST
Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia and also used to treat diarrhoea. This medicine contains amoxicillin and lactic acid bacillus which works by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Common side effects include skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and gas.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Zhen Group Of Companies

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ORAL

Return Policy

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About Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's

Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's belongs to the class of medicines called 'penicillin antibiotics' with probiotics. It treats various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Besides this, Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's prevents antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, dysentery (water loss), and infectious diarrhoea. Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. 

Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's contains two medicines, namely: Amoxycillin (antibiotic) and Lactic acid bacillus (probiotic). Amoxycillin is bactericidal (kills bacteria) that works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (protective cell wall) necessary for their survival, thereby preventing the growth of bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the gut (digestive tract) destroyed due to the use of antibiotics.

Take Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's as prescribed. The dose and duration of Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects like skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and gas. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Before starting Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any antibiotic (especially penicillin), kidney or liver problems. Consult a doctor before taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's

Treatment of Bacterial infections, Diarrhoea or dysentery due to infection

Medicinal Benefits

Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics which contains Amoxycillin and Lactic acid bacillus. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival, thereby treating and preventing the spread of infections. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic which helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut (digestive tract) destroyed due to the use of antibiotics. Together, Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's helps in treating bacterial infections and infectious diarrhoea. Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's is used to treat various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract, tonsillitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, and infectious diarrhoea.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Take it as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's

  • Skin rashes
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Bloating
  • Gas

Drug Warnings

Before starting Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Talk to your doctor before taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's if you have glandular fever (fever with a sore throat, swollen glands and extreme tiredness), lymphatic leukaemia (cancer of blood and bone marrow) or HIV infection, since you may be more prone to developing a skin rash. Consult your doctor if you are not urinating regularly or have bladder problems while taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's. Consult your doctor before taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's to prevent unpleasant side-effects like drowsiness, and it also enhances the amount of medicine in the body leading to toxicity.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's may have interaction with anti-gout drugs (allopurinol, probenecid), anticoagulants/blood thinner (warfarin), anti-cancer/anti rheumatoid medicine (methotrexate), antibiotic (tetracycline).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's may have interactions with conditions such as colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), diabetes, mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever), hemodialysis, and kidney dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALLOPURINOL
  • PROBENECID
  • WARFARIN
  • METHOTREXATE
  • TETRACYCLINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which helps indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.
  • Avoid the usage of tobacco.

Special Advise

Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's may affect certain laboratory test results like urine or blood tests for liver functioning, and oestriol tests (used to check the development of the baby during pregnancy). Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills, and fatigue. 

Infectious diarrhoea or dysentery (water loss): It is an intestinal infection marked by symptoms like diarrhoea, cramps, vomiting, nausea, and fever. Infectious diarrhoea mainly occurs due to contaminated food and water. Infectious diarrhoea is also known as gastroenteritis which is the inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract (stomach and intestine). Harmful E Coli bacteria generally cause infectious diarrhoea.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's to prevent unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's is a pregnancy risk category B medicine so you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's can pass through the breastmilk and can affect the baby. So, please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's may cause dizziness so drive or operate heavy machinery with caution.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have liver impairment/liver disease before taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon the child’s weight and severity of the infection.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Kharrsa No. 360/184 & 364/235 P.O, Tehsil Rd, Baddi, Himachal Pradesh 173205
Other Info - ZHE0002

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FAQs

Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's belongs to the class of medicines called 'penicillin antibiotics' with probiotics. It treats various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Besides this, Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's prevents antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, dysentery (water loss), and infectious diarrhoea.
Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's contains Amoxycillin and Lactic acid bacillus. Amoxycillin works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, necessary for their survival. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic which helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut (digestive tract) which have been destroyed due to the use of antibiotics.
Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's may not cause diarrhoea as it contains lactic acid bacillus, which is a friendly bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic which helps in restoring the balance of good bacteria in the gut which may have gotten upset due to infections or the use of antibiotics. Thereby, helping in preventing diarrhoea.
It is recommended to complete the course of Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).
Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's may affect certain laboratory test results like urine or blood tests for liver functioning, and oestriol test (used to check the development of the baby during pregnancy). Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's.
Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's is a combination medicine. It contains an antibiotic (amoxycillin) and a probiotic (lactic acid bacillus). Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's is used in the treatment of bacterial infections, diarrhoea or dysentery due to infection.
If you miss a dose of Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.
You may start to feel better within 2 or 3 days of taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's for the prescribed duration.
The common side effects of Zhenmox-500 LB Capsule 10's may include skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, bloating, and gas. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

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