Aziresp, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Aziresp have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aziresp. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Aziresp include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Aziresp side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Aziresp go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Aziresp is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Aziresp related warnings talks about Aziresp's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Aziresp have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Aziresp may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Aziresp is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Aziresp 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 Aziresp is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Aziresp safe for pregnant women?
Aziresp is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Aziresp safe during breastfeeding?
Aziresp is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Aziresp on the Kidneys?
Aziresp rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aziresp on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Aziresp on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Aziresp on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Aziresp on the heart have been reported.
Aziresp 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 Aziresp unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aziresp habit forming or addictive?
Aziresp does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Aziresp will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Aziresp only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Aziresp is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aziresp
Taking Aziresp with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aziresp
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Aziresp with alcohol will be.
Discontinuing Aziresp on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.
Yes, you can take Aziresp 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.
No, Aziresp does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
Aziresp 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.
No, Aziresp is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Aziresp is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
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