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Macrotor is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Macrotor also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Macrotor is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Macrotor also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Macrotor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Macrotor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Macrotor is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Macrotor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Macrotor contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Macrotor may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Macrotor is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Macrotor 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 Macrotor safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Macrotor without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Macrotor safe during breastfeeding?
Macrotor does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Macrotor on the Kidneys?
Macrotor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Macrotor on the Liver?
Macrotor may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Macrotor on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Macrotor on the heart have been reported.
Macrotor 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 Macrotor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Macrotor habit forming or addictive?
Macrotor is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Macrotor since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Macrotor only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Macrotor in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Macrotor
Taking Macrotor with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Macrotor
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Macrotor with alcohol will be.
Yes, Macrotor 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.
Macrotor 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.
Macrotor is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
No, Macrotor is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Macrotor is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, you can take Macrotor 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.
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