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Azvan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azvan have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Azvan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Azvan include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azvan have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Azvan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Azvan's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azvan related warnings talks about Azvan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Azvan contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Azvan may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Azvan, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azvan 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 Azvan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azvan safely.
Is the use of Azvan safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Azvan.
What is the effect of Azvan on the Kidneys?
Azvan rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azvan on the Liver?
Azvan is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Azvan on the Heart?
Azvan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azvan 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 Azvan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azvan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azvan is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azvan does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Azvan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Azvan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azvan
You can take Azvan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azvan
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Azvan with alcohol.
Yes, Azvan 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, Azvan is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azvan is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
No, Azvan 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.
Azvan is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.
Yes, Azvan may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
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