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Azest is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Azest have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Azest is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Azest also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Azest side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Azest go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Azest has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azest related warnings talks about Azest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azest are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Azest may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azest is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Azest 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 Azest safe for pregnant women?
Azest is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Azest safe during breastfeeding?
Azest does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azest on the Kidneys?
Azest rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azest on the Liver?
Azest may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Azest on the Heart?
Azest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azest 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 Azest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azest habit forming or addictive?
Azest does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azest as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azest only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azest is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azest
Taking Azest with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azest
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Azest with alcohol.
Yes, Azest can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.
Yes, you can take Azest for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a sore throat caused due to a viral or bacterial infection. Hence take it only when a doctor has prescribed it to you.
No harmful interactions are found between Azest and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Azest.
Yes, Azest is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Azest is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
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