Zypra 750mg Tablet Description:
Zypra 750mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by slowing the growth of bacteria that causes tuberculosis.
Uses:
Zypra 750mg Tablet is used in the treatment of tuberculosis.
Side Effects:
Jaundice, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Increased liver enzymes, Joint pain.
Dosage:
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. Zypra 750mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
FAQs
What is Zypra and what is it used for?
Zypra is an antibiotic. It is used in combination with other antibiotics in the treatment of tuberculosis
Is Zypra bactericidal?
Zypra is both a bacteriostatic and a bactericidal antibiotic. It stops the growth of bacteria (bacteriostatic) in certain cases and kills (bactericidal) the tuberculosis causing bacteria in other cases
How does Zypra work/treat tuberculosis?
Zypra kills or stops growth of bacteria that causes tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis). The exact mechanism of action for Zypra is not known
How does Zypra cause hyperuricemia and gout?
Following oral intake of Zypra, it gets converted in the body to pyrazinoic acid (active chemical form of Zypra). Pyrazinoic acid blocks the excretion of urates (salt form of uric acid) by the kidneys. This causes an increase in blood levels of uric acid (hyperuricemia). Excess uric acid accumulation between joints causes pain, swelling, redness and stiffness in joints (gout).
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