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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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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, Azith does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
Azith 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, Azith is not used for treating cough generally. However, if the doctor is convinced that the cough is due to a bacterial infection, he may prescribe {Medicine] to you.
No, Azith is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azith is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Azith is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform vital activities Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body and prevents the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
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