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Azifoc Benefits & Uses

Azifoc is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Azifoc Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Azifoc Related Warnings

Is the use of Azifoc safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Azifoc in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Azifoc safe during breastfeeding?

Azifoc does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Azifoc on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Azifoc on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Azifoc on the Liver?

Side effects of Azifoc rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Azifoc on the Heart?

Azifoc has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Azifoc with Other Drugs

Azifoc should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Rizatriptan

Sumatriptan

Disopyramide

Sirolimus

Severe

Moderate

Arformoterol

Azifoc Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azifoc unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Azifoc

Is this Azifoc habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Azifoc has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azifoc as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Azifoc should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Azifoc is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Azifoc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Azifoc

You can take Azifoc with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Azifoc

Information about the interaction of Azifoc and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Azifoc

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Azifoc with proton pump inhibitor (pantoprazole, esomeprazole, and omeprazole)?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Azifoc 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What should I do if I'm allergic to Azifoc ?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

If you are allergic to Azifoc then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Azifoc treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Yes, Azifoc can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Azifoc cause diarrheoa?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, Azifoc 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Azifoc work in the body?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Azifoc 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.