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Azith, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Liquid, Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Azith have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azith. 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 Azith include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Azith can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azith are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azith is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Azith's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Azith related warnings section.
The section on Azith contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Azith may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azith is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Azith 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 Azith is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azith safe for pregnant women?
Azith is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Azith safe during breastfeeding?
Azith is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azith on the Kidneys?
Azith may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azith on the Liver?
Azith has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Azith on the Heart?
Side effects of Azith rarely affect the heart.
Azith 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 Azith unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azith habit forming or addictive?
Azith is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azith will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azith only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azith cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azith
Taking Azith with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azith
Information about the interaction of Azith and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No harmful interactions are found between Azith 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 Azith.
Yes, Azith 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, Azith is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
Yes, Azith 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.
Azith is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.
Yes, Azith 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.
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