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Azidew 500 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azidew 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Azidew 500 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Azidew 500 Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azidew 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Azidew 500 Tablet 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.
It is also important to note that Azidew 500 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Azidew 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azidew 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azidew 500 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Azidew 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Azidew 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Azidew 500 Tablet 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 Azidew 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azidew safely.
Is the use of Azidew 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Azidew is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azidew 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Azidew has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azidew 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Azidew is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Azidew 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Azidew on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azidew 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azidew 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Azidew 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azidew 500 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Azidew 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azidew 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azidew 500 Tablet
Taking Azidew 500 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azidew 500 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Azidew 500 Tablet.
Discontinuing Azidew 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.
No harmful interactions are found between Azidew 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 Azidew.
Yes, Azidew 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.
Yes, Azidew may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Azidew 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.
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