Azycin Information
Azycin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Azycin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Azycin Benefits & Uses
Azycin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Bacterial Infections
- Throat Infection
- Chlamydia
- Skin Infections
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Gonorrhea
- Eye Infections
- Swollen Eyes
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Cervicitis
- Urethritis
- Chancroid
- Facial Swelling
- Vaginal discharge during pregnancy
- Ear Disease
- Lung Infections
- Lung Disease
- Pharyngitis
- Prickly Throat
- Throat Ulcer
- Hoarseness
Azycin 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 |
Azycin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Azycin safe for pregnant women?
Azycin is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Azycin safe during breastfeeding?
Azycin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Azycin on the Kidneys?
Azycin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Azycin on the Liver?
Azycin is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Azycin on the Heart?
Side effects of Azycin rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Azycin with Other Drugs
Azycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Azycin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azycin 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 Azycin
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Is this Azycin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Azycin has not been reported.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Azycin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azycin only on doctor's advice.
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Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azycin in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Azycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Azycin
You can take Azycin with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Azycin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Azycin with alcohol.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Azycin
Question about 5 years ago
Can I take Azycin without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Azycin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
Question almost 6 years ago
Can I discontinue Azycin on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology
Discontinuing Azycin 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
Can I take Azycin for treating an abscess?
Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics
Azycin 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.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Azycin treat a urinary tract infection?
Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician
No, Azycin does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Azycin for sore throat?
Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician
Yes, you can take Azycin 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.
See all substitutes for Azycin
- Azibact 250 Tablet - ₹111
- Azee 250 Mg Tablet (10) - ₹113
- Azee 200 Mg Dry Syrup - ₹46
- Azee DT 100 Mg Tablet - ₹22
- Azee 1000 Mg Tablet - ₹57
- Azibact 500 Tablet - ₹118
- Azimax 500 Mg Tablet (5) - ₹115
- Azee 250 Mg Tablet (6) - ₹68
- Azee 100 Mg Dry Syrup 15 ml - ₹44
- Azee 500 Mg Injection - ₹200
- Azibact 100 Readymix Oral Suspension - ₹41
- Azibact 200 Readymix Oral Suspension - ₹49
- Azee 500 Mg Tablet (5) - ₹130
- Azibact LR Readymix 200 - ₹100
- Azimax 250 Mg Tablet (6) - ₹69
- Azilide 250 Tablet - ₹113
- Azithral 250 Mg Tablet (10) - ₹124
- Azee XL 100 Mg Dry Syrup 30 ml - ₹74
- Azee XL 200 Mg Dry Syrup - ₹109
- Azilide -XL 200 Redimed - ₹100
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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
