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Azithea is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Azithea has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azithea. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Azithea include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azithea have been listed ahead. These side effects of Azithea are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Azithea has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Azithea's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Azithea contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Azithea may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Azithea is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Azithea 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Azithea safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azithea safely.
Is the use of Azithea safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Azithea.
What is the effect of Azithea on the Kidneys?
Azithea may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azithea on the Liver?
Azithea has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Azithea on the Heart?
Side effects of Azithea rarely affect the heart.
Azithea 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 Azithea unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azithea habit forming or addictive?
Azithea is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Azithea since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azithea only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azithea in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Azithea
Taking Azithea with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azithea
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Azithea with alcohol.
No, Azithea is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azithea is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, Azithea can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.
No, Azithea 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.
Azithea is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infection, sexually transmitted disease (STD), pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, Lyme disease, Mycobacterium Avium Bacteria Infection, whooping cough, sinuses, skin, throat, and infections of the lungs. It will not work for viral infection and other pathogenic infections such as cold, flu.
Azithea 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.
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