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Azikem is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Suspension. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Azikem also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Azikem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Azikem include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azikem as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Azikem are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Azikem has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azikem related warnings talks about Azikem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azikem are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Azikem may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Azikem, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azikem 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 Azikem safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azikem (Alkem) without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Azikem safe during breastfeeding?
Azikem (Alkem) does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azikem on the Kidneys?
Azikem (Alkem) may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azikem on the Liver?
Azikem (Alkem) is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Azikem on the Heart?
Azikem (Alkem) has very mild side effects on the heart.
Azikem 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 Azikem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azikem habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Azikem.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azikem as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Azikem should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azikem for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azikem
You can take Azikem with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azikem
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Azikem.
Azikem (Alkem) 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.
If you are allergic to Azikem (Alkem) then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Azikem (Alkem) is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.
Yes, you can take Azikem (Alkem) 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.
Azikem (Alkem) is a brand name for azithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat a bacterial infection such as throat infection, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. It is also sometimes coupled with other antibiotics and medications to effectively treat infections such as Mycobacterium avium complex infection.
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