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Azithea Fs, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Azithea Fs 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 Azithea Fs. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Azithea Fs are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Azithea Fs side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Azithea Fs are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Azithea Fs's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azithea Fs related warnings talks about Azithea Fs's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Azithea Fs is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Azithea Fs contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Azithea Fs may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Azithea Fs is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Azithea Fs 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
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Is the use of Azithea Fs safe for pregnant women?
Azithea FS can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Azithea FS, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Azithea Fs safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Azithea FS. Immediately discontinue Azithea FS if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Azithea Fs on the Kidneys?
Azithea FS may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azithea Fs on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azithea FS on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Azithea Fs on the Heart?
Azithea FS is not harmful for the heart.
Azithea Fs should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azithea Fs unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azithea Fs habit forming or addictive?
Azithea Fs does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Azithea Fs
It is safe to take Azithea Fs with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azithea Fs
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Azithea Fs as it can have severe side effects.
Azithea FS 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.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azithea FS 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.
No harmful interactions are found between Azithea FS 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 Azithea FS.
Take Azithea FS 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.
Discontinuing Azithea FS on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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