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Azithral is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension, Syrup, Ointment, Injection, Ampules. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Azithral has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azithral. 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.
The most common side effects of Azithral are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Azithral side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Azithral are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azithral is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Azithral has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azithral related warnings section.
The section on Azithral contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Azithral have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Azithral, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azithral 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 Azithral safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azithral without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Azithral safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Azithral.
What is the effect of Azithral on the Kidneys?
Azithral rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azithral on the Liver?
Side effects of Azithral rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Azithral on the Heart?
Azithral is rarely harmful for the heart.
Azithral should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azithral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azithral habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azithral is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azithral will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azithral only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azithral for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azithral
It is safe to take Azithral with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azithral
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Azithral with alcohol.
Yes, Azithral 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.
Yes, Azithral is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
No, Azithral 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.
Azithral 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.
Azithral is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
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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