Zathkit Tablet
Zathkit Tablet is a combination medicine used in the syndromic treatment of vaginal discharge. It works by stopping the growth of microorganisms and killing the existing ones that cause the infection.
Zathkit Tablet
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Zathkit Tablet is a combination medicine used in the syndromic treatment of vaginal discharge. It works by stopping the growth of microorganisms and killing the existing ones that cause the infection.
Zathkit Tablet is a combination medicine used in the syndromic treatment of vaginal discharge. It works by stopping the growth of microorganisms and killing the existing ones that cause the infection.
It is advisable to take Zathkit Tablet at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of the medicine in the blood. In case you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
It may cause side effects like nausea, headache, vomiting, taste change, dizziness, indigestion, loss of appetite, and stomach pain. It may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions or if you are on any medicines. Let your doctor also know if you have any known allergic history to any of the components of this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
03Uses
Syndromic treatment of vaginal discharge
04How 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. Zathkit Tablet is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Zathkit Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Fluconazole, Azithromycin and Secnidazole.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Zathkit Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Zathkit Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Side Effects
Vaginal itching
Taste change
Vomiting
Vaginal infection
Headache
Dizziness
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Nausea
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
08Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Zathkit Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zathkit Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zathkit Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Zathkit Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Zathkit Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Zathkit Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
09Drug Tips
Zathkit Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.
It may cause dizziness. Don’t drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Zathkit Tablet affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Zathkit Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.
It may cause dizziness. Don’t drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Zathkit Tablet affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
References
Sources and references
Kore S, Pandole A, Kulkarni S, et al. Syndromic management of vaginal discharge – our experience. Bombay Hospital Journal. 2003;45(3). [Accessed 06 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from: View
