Forit Information
Forit is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Forit have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Forit is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Forit include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Forit side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Forit are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Forit has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Forit's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Forit have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Forit have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Forit, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Forit Benefits & Uses
Forit 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
Forit 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 |
| 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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Forit Related Warnings
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Is the use of Forit safe for pregnant women?
Forit is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Forit safe during breastfeeding?
Forit does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Forit on the Kidneys?
Forit rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Forit on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Forit on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Forit on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Forit on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Forit with Other Drugs
Forit should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Forit Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Forit 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 Forit
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Is this Forit habit forming or addictive?
Forit does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Forit since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Forit only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Forit is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Forit Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Forit
Taking Forit with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Forit
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Forit and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Forit
Question almost 6 years ago
What does Forit treat?
Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician
Forit 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.
Question over 5 years ago
How does Forit work in the body?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Forit 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.
Question over 5 years ago
Can you drink alcohol while taking Forit?
Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality
No harmful interactions are found between Forit 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 Forit.
Question over 5 years ago
Is Forit good for cold?
Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician
No, Forit is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Forit is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Forit treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?
Yes, Forit 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.
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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
