Zanocin 100 mg Tablet

Zanocin 100 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic containing ofloxacin 100 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections when a doctor decides this strength is appropriate. Zanocin 100 mg Tablet is not effective for viral illnesses like colds or flu. The exact infection treated depends on the bacteria involved and the site of infection.

How it works: Ofloxacin works by blocking bacterial enzymes that bacteria need to copy and repair their DNA. The tablet form delivers the medicine by mouth so it can be absorbed into the body and reach the infection site through the bloodstream.

Zanocin 100 mg Tablet is the lower-strength tablet in this product line, and it may be chosen when a doctor wants a smaller ofloxacin dose or a more gradual dose adjustment. Compared with Zanocin 200 mg Tablet, the 100 mg strength can help tailor treatment more precisely based on the infection, kidney function, age, or tolerability.

• Certain urinary tract infections
• Some respiratory tract infections
• Some skin and soft tissue infections
• Other bacterial infections as prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take Zanocin 100 mg Tablet exactly as prescribed and at evenly spaced times.
• You may take it with or without food, but take it the same way each day if possible.
• Do not take it at the same time as antacids, iron, zinc, magnesium, or calcium supplements; separate doses as directed by your doctor.
• Finish the full course even if you start feeling better.
• Drink enough fluids unless your doctor has told you to limit fluids.

Each Zanocin 100 mg Tablet provides 100 mg of ofloxacin. The number of tablets taken per dose and how often it is taken depend on the infection and the patient's medical status; the doctor decides the exact schedule. This lower strength may be used in divided doses rather than fewer, larger tablets, and the maximum daily amount depends on the prescribed regimen and should not be changed on your own.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ofloxacin may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Stomach discomfort
• Sleep changes
• Mild rash

• Use with caution if you have a history of tendon problems or take steroid medicines.
• Tell your doctor if you have a seizure disorder, brain injury, or other nervous system condition.
• Use caution if you have heart rhythm problems or a history of QT prolongation.
• Avoid taking it close to antacids, iron, zinc, magnesium, or calcium because they can block absorption.
• Limit alcohol if it worsens dizziness, stomach upset, or dehydration.
• Use extra caution with sun exposure because of possible photosensitivity.
• Do not drive or use machinery if you feel dizzy, sleepy, or less alert.

• Antacids, sucralfate, iron, zinc, magnesium, calcium, and multivitamins
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Steroid medicines such as prednisone
• Certain antiarrhythmic or QT-prolonging medicines
• Theophylline and some seizure medicines

Store Zanocin 100 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and direct light, and keep it out of reach of children.