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Azita is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Suspension. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Azita have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Azita depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Azita include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azita have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Azita normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azita is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Azita has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azita related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azita are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Azita have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Azita is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Azita 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 Azita safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azita safely.
Is the use of Azita safe during breastfeeding?
Azita is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azita on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Azita on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Azita on the Liver?
Azita may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Azita on the Heart?
Azita may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azita 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 Azita unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azita habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Azita has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azita as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Azita should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Azita is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azita
It is safe to take Azita with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azita
Information about the interaction of Azita and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Azita 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, Azita is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
Yes, Azita can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.
Azita 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.
Yes, Azita 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.
No, Azita does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI 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