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Azifine XL Suspension, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Azifine XL Suspension also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Azifine XL Suspension 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 Azifine XL Suspension include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azifine XL Suspension as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azifine XL Suspension are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Azifine XL Suspension has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azifine XL Suspension related warnings talks about Azifine XL Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Azifine XL Suspension contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Azifine XL Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Azifine XL Suspension is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Azifine XL Suspension 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Azifine XL Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azifine without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Azifine XL Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Azifine is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azifine XL Suspension on the Kidneys?
Azifine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azifine XL Suspension on the Liver?
Azifine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Azifine XL Suspension on the Heart?
Side effects of Azifine rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azifine XL Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azifine XL Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Azifine XL Suspension does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azifine XL Suspension will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Azifine XL Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azifine XL Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Azifine XL Suspension
Taking Azifine XL Suspension with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azifine XL Suspension
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azifine XL Suspension and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Azifine 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, Azifine does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
No harmful interactions are found between Azifine 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 Azifine.
Take Azifine 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.
Azifine 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