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Azunate is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria.
The right dosage of Azunate depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Azunate include Headache, Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Azunate side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Azunate go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azunate is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Azunate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Azunate related warnings section.
Azunate is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Azunate contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Azunate may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Azunate, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Azunate is used to treat the following -
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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Azunate safe for pregnant women?
Azunate can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Azunate right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Azunate safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Azunate. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Azunate on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Azunate for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Azunate on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azunate on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Azunate on the Heart?
Azunate has very mild side effects on the heart.
Azunate 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 Azunate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azunate habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Azunate.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Azunate. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Azunate should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Azunate is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azunate
You can take Azunate with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azunate
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azunate and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 830