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Azifine L, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Azifine L have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Azifine L depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Common side effects of Azifine L include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azifine L as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Azifine L 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 Azifine L is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Azifine L's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Azifine L related warnings section.
Azifine L is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Azifine L have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Azifine L with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azifine L is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Azifine L 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 Azifine L safe for pregnant women?
Azifine L can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Azifine L right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Azifine L safe during breastfeeding?
Azifine L may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Azifine L on the Kidneys?
Azifine L rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azifine L on the Liver?
Azifine L is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Azifine L on the Heart?
Azifine L is completely safe for the heart.
Azifine L 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 Azifine L unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azifine L habit forming or addictive?
Azifine L is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Azifine L
Taking Azifine L with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azifine L
Taking Azifine L and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
No, Azifine L is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azifine L is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, you can take Azifine L 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.
Azifine L 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.
Yes, Azifine L 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.
Yes, Azifine L 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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