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Azicom is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Azicom have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Azicom is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Azicom include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azicom as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Azicom 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.
It is also important to note that Azicom has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azicom related warnings talks about Azicom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Azicom have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Azicom may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azicom is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Azicom 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 Azicom safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azicom without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Azicom safe during breastfeeding?
Azicom is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azicom on the Kidneys?
Azicom rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azicom on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azicom on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Azicom on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Azicom on the heart have been reported.
Azicom 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 Azicom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azicom habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azicom is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azicom does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azicom only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Azicom is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azicom
It is safe to take Azicom with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azicom
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Azicom.
Azicom is a brand name for azithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat a bacterial infection such as throat infection, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. It is also sometimes coupled with other antibiotics and medications to effectively treat infections such as Mycobacterium avium complex infection.
Azicom is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
No, Azicom is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azicom is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, Azicom can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azicom 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.
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