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Azad is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Azad has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Azad is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Azad also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Azad side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Azad are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Azad has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azad related warnings talks about Azad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Azad contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Azad may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azad is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Azad is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Azad safe for pregnant women?
Azad is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Azad safe during breastfeeding?
Azad does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azad on the Kidneys?
Azad rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azad on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azad on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Azad on the Heart?
Azad may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azad habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Azad has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azad as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Azad is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azad for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azad
You can take Azad with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azad
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azad and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Azad can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Azad is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
Azad is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.
No, Azad is not used for treating cough generally. However, if the doctor is convinced that the cough is due to a bacterial infection, he may prescribe {Medicine] to you.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azad and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Discontinuing Azad on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zithromax (azithromycin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754