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Deftolide, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Deftolide have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Deftolide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Deftolide include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Deftolide can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Deftolide are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Deftolide's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Deftolide related warnings talks about Deftolide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Deftolide contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Deftolide with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Deftolide is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Deftolide 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 Deftolide safe for pregnant women?
Deftolide is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Deftolide safe during breastfeeding?
Deftolide does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Deftolide on the Kidneys?
Deftolide may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Deftolide on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Deftolide on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Deftolide on the Heart?
Side effects of Deftolide rarely affect the heart.
Deftolide 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 Deftolide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deftolide habit forming or addictive?
Deftolide does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Deftolide will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Deftolide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Deftolide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Deftolide
Taking Deftolide with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deftolide
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Deftolide and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Deftolide is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infection, sexually transmitted disease (STD), pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, Lyme disease, Mycobacterium Avium Bacteria Infection, whooping cough, sinuses, skin, throat, and infections of the lungs. It will not work for viral infection and other pathogenic infections such as cold, flu.
Yes, Deftolide can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.
If you are allergic to Deftolide then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
No, Deftolide does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
No, Deftolide 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.
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