Zyto 200mg/5ml Syrup

Zyto 200mg/5ml Syrup contains Azithromycin 200mg/5ml, a macrolide antibiotic. Made by High Q International, it is prescribed for throat and tonsil infections, chest infections, pneumonia, sinusitis, ear infections, typhoid fever, skin infections and some sexually transmitted infections.

Uses of Zyto 200mg/5ml Syrup

Zyto 200mg/5ml Syrup is used for bacterial infections of the throat, tonsils, sinuses, ears and chest, including bronchitis and community-acquired pneumonia. It is also used for skin infections, some sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia, and in Pakistan it is often prescribed for typhoid fever. Its short course, often three to five days, makes it convenient.

How Zyto 200mg/5ml Syrup works

Azithromycin stops bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow and multiply. It builds up in body tissues and stays there for several days, which is why a short course keeps working after the last dose.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Zyto 200mg/5ml Syrup include:

• Diarrhoea or loose stools
• Nausea or vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Headache

Get medical help straight away if you notice a fast or irregular heartbeat, fainting, yellowing of the skin or eyes, a severe rash, or swelling of the face or throat.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell your doctor if you have heart rhythm problems, low potassium or magnesium, or liver disease.
• Let your doctor know about other medicines you take, as some interact with azithromycin.
• Keep a gap between Zyto 200mg/5ml Syrup and antacids containing aluminium or magnesium.
• Complete the full course exactly as prescribed.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, use it only on your doctor’s advice.

Storage

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed and do not use it after the expiry date or the period stated on the label once opened. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Zyto 200mg/5ml Syrup online in Pakistan

Order Zyto 200mg/5ml Syrup from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Azithromycin by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.