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Cazithro is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Cazithro have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Cazithro depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Cazithro include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cazithro as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cazithro go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Cazithro's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Cazithro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Cazithro contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Cazithro have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cazithro is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cazithro 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Cazithro safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cazithro without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cazithro safe during breastfeeding?
Cazithro is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cazithro on the Kidneys?
Cazithro may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cazithro on the Liver?
Cazithro may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cazithro on the Heart?
Cazithro is rarely harmful for the heart.
Cazithro 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 Cazithro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cazithro habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cazithro.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cazithro as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cazithro is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cazithro cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cazithro
You can take Cazithro with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cazithro
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cazithro with alcohol will be.
No harmful interactions are found between Cazithro and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Cazithro.
Cazithro 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, Cazithro can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.
Cazithro 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.
Yes, Cazithro 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.
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