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Azisafe is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Azisafe also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azisafe. 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.
The most common side effects of Azisafe are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azisafe as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azisafe are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Azisafe's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azisafe related warnings talks about Azisafe's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azisafe are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Azisafe with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azisafe is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Azisafe 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 Azisafe safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Azisafe in pregnant women.
Is the use of Azisafe safe during breastfeeding?
Azisafe is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azisafe on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Azisafe on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Azisafe on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azisafe on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Azisafe on the Heart?
Side effects of Azisafe rarely affect the heart.
Azisafe 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 Azisafe unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azisafe habit forming or addictive?
Azisafe does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azisafe as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azisafe only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azisafe for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azisafe
You can take Azisafe with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azisafe
Information about the interaction of Azisafe and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Take Azisafe 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.
Yes, Azisafe 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.
Yes, you can take Azisafe 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, Azisafe is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azisafe is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Azisafe 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.
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