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Azi Q is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Azi Q have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azi Q. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Azi Q include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Azi Q can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Azi Q go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azi Q is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Azi Q related warnings talks about Azi Q's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azi Q contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Azi Q have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Azi Q, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azi Q 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Is the use of Azi Q safe for pregnant women?
Azi Q is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Azi Q safe during breastfeeding?
Azi Q does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Azi Q on the Kidneys?
Azi Q has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azi Q on the Liver?
Azi Q has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Azi Q on the Heart?
Azi Q may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azi Q 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 Azi Q unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azi Q habit forming or addictive?
Azi Q is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azi Q will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Azi Q should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azi Q is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azi Q
It is safe to take Azi Q with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azi Q
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Azi Q.
If you are allergic to Azi Q then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Azi Q 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, Azi Q is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
Azi Q is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform vital activities Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body and prevents the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
No, Azi Q does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
Take Azi Q exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not exceed dosage. Food does not affect the absorption of azithromycin, one can take it with or without foods but to avoid stomach disturbances take it with a light meal. Complete the entire course of medicine.
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