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Azibact, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup,Tablet,Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Azibact has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Azibact is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Azibact are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Azibact can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Azibact are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Azibact's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azibact related warnings talks about Azibact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Azibact contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Azibact have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Azibact, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azibact 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
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Is the use of Azibact safe for pregnant women?
Azibact is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Azibact safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Azibact.
What is the effect of Azibact on the Kidneys?
Azibact rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azibact on the Liver?
Azibact is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Azibact on the Heart?
Azibact has very mild side effects on the heart.
Azibact should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azibact unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azibact habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azibact is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Azibact since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azibact only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azibact cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azibact
Taking Azibact with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azibact
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azibact and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, you can take Azibact 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.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azibact 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.
Take Azibact 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.
Azibact is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infection, sexually transmitted disease (STD), pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, Lyme disease, Mycobacterium Avium Bacteria Infection, whooping cough, sinuses, skin, throat, and infections of the lungs. It will not work for viral infection and other pathogenic infections such as cold, flu.
No, Azibact is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azibact is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
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