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Azina, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Azina has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Azina 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Azina include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Azina side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Azina 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.
In addition, Azina's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Azina's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azina are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Azina have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Azina, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azina 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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Is the use of Azina safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Azina in pregnant women.
Is the use of Azina safe during breastfeeding?
Azina does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Azina on the Kidneys?
Azina may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azina on the Liver?
Azina has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Azina on the Heart?
Azina is rarely harmful for the heart.
Azina 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 Azina unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azina habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azina is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azina will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Azina is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azina in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Azina
Taking Azina with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azina
Information about the interaction of Azina and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azina 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.
Yes, Azina can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Azina is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
Azina 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.
Azina 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.
Yes, Azina 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.
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