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Azitross 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Azitross 250 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Azitross 250 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Azitross 250 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Azitross 250 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Azitross 250 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azitross 250 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Azitross 250 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azitross 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azitross 250 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Azitross 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azitross 250 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Azitross 250 Tablet 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 Azitross 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Azitross is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Azitross 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Azitross does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Azitross 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Azitross has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azitross 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Azitross has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Azitross 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Azitross is rarely harmful for the heart.
Azitross 250 Tablet 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 Azitross 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azitross 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Azitross 250 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Azitross 250 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azitross 250 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azitross 250 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Azitross 250 Tablet
Taking Azitross 250 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azitross 250 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Azitross 250 Tablet.
Azitross 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.
Azitross 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.
Take Azitross 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.
Yes, Azitross 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.
Azitross 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