
Noticed Black Color Stool After Taking Zinnat. Suggest

Question: dear doctor
yesterday I had a martial art test and gets hit by a baseball bat on my stomach and a wooden sword ..
I did feel pain but not that much
after that I had I visit a clinic for my inner ear problem and the doctor gave me an antibiotic called zinnat what I have been notice that my stool become black and I'm a bit worried about it because I search the net and most of the articles point that it's a bleeding problem how could I know if it is or not
thanks
Brief Answer:
Side effect
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
I have read your query & I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply:
1) This appears to be due to cefuroxime ( Zinnat) tablets you are taking.
2) In some individuals, these tablets do cause intolerance and black or clay coloured stools.
3) Please stop the antibiotic immediately and see ear doctor for alternative medicine and ask him if its ok not to take antibiotic.
I hope I answered your query. I will be available for any followup queries you have.
Regards,
Dr.Mahesh Koregol
IVF & Infertility Specialist.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

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