Zinofil Tablet

Description

Zinofil Tablet is a combination of two medicines that effectively treat filariasis. It fights against the worms to relieve the discomfort caused due to the infestation. Zinofil Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as the prescription. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Zinofil Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, weakness, headaches, dryness of mouth, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.

Introduction

In Filariasis Filariasis is a disease caused by parasites that infect the human body through the opening created by mosquito bites. It causes abnormal enlargement of body parts (especially lower part of the body), pain and difficulty in carrying out daily life activities. Along with this, the associated social stigma and discrimination hampers the social lives of peple who suffer from filariasis. Zinofil Tablet helps treat filariasis as well as prevents the further spread of the infection. This helps improve your social life and makes you gain back your confidence too. Keep taking it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.

Benefits

Zinofil Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Diethylcarbamazine and Cetirizine which treat filariasis. Diethylcarbamazine works by decreasing the muscular activity and causing paralysis of these worms while Cetirizine decreases the raised eosinophil count (white blood cells) and controls allergic symptoms like cough and breathlessness.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zinofil Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - Zinofil Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Zinofil Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Zinofil Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : UNSAFE - Zinofil Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : CAUTION - Zinofil Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zinofil Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Zinofil Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zinofil Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.