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Azitec, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Azitec also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Azitec depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Azitec include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azitec have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Azitec normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azitec is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Azitec's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Azitec related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azitec contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Azitec have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Azitec, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azitec 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 Azitec safe for pregnant women?
Azitec is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Azitec safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Azitec.
What is the effect of Azitec on the Kidneys?
Azitec may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azitec on the Liver?
Azitec may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Azitec on the Heart?
Side effects of Azitec rarely affect the heart.
Azitec 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 Azitec unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azitec habit forming or addictive?
Azitec is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azitec does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Azitec should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azitec in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Azitec
Taking Azitec with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azitec
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azitec with alcohol will be.
No harmful interactions are found between Azitec and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Azitec.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azitec 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.
Azitec is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
Azitec 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, you can take Azitec 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.
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