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Azilet 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Azilet 500 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azilet 500 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Azilet 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azilet 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Azilet 500 Tablet 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 Azilet 500 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Azilet 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azilet 500 Tablet related warnings section.
The section on Azilet 500 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Azilet 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azilet 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Azilet 500 Tablet 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| Adult(Male) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azilet 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azilet 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Azilet in pregnant women.
Is the use of Azilet 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Azilet.
What is the effect of Azilet 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Azilet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azilet 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Azilet rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Azilet 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Azilet on the heart have been reported.
Azilet 500 Tablet 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 Azilet 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azilet 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azilet 500 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azilet 500 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Azilet 500 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azilet 500 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azilet 500 Tablet
It is safe to take Azilet 500 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azilet 500 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Azilet 500 Tablet.
Take Azilet 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.
Azilet 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.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azilet 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.
Azilet 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, Azilet 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.
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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
