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Azo Benefits & Uses

Azo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Azo Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Azo Related Warnings

Is the use of Azo safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Azo without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Azo safe during breastfeeding?

Azo is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Azo on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Azo on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Azo on the Liver?

Azo is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Azo on the Heart?

Azo is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Azo with Other Drugs

Azo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Rizatriptan

Sumatriptan

Disopyramide

Sirolimus

Severe

Moderate

Arformoterol

Azo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azo unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Azo

Is this Azo habit forming or addictive?

Azo is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Azo since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Azo is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Azo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Azo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Azo

You can take Azo with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Azo

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azo with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Azo

Question over 5 years ago

Is Azo safe?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Azo 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Azo on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Azo 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What should I do if I'm allergic to Azo?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

If you are allergic to Azo then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Azo work in the body?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Azo 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Azo for sore throat?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Azo for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a sore throat caused due to a viral or bacterial infection. Hence take it only when a doctor has prescribed it to you.