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Azikam, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Azikam has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Azikam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Azikam include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azikam as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Azikam normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azikam is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Azikam related warnings talks about Azikam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Azikam have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Azikam may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azikam is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Azikam 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 Azikam safe for pregnant women?
Azikam is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Azikam safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Azikam.
What is the effect of Azikam on the Kidneys?
Azikam rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azikam on the Liver?
Azikam has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Azikam on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Azikam on the heart have been reported.
Azikam 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 Azikam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azikam habit forming or addictive?
Azikam is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azikam will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Azikam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azikam cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azikam
Taking Azikam with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azikam
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azikam and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Azikam 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.
If you are allergic to Azikam then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Azikam is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azikam 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.
No harmful interactions are found between Azikam 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 Azikam.
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