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Ortiza, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Ortiza have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Ortiza 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Ortiza also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Ortiza have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ortiza are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ortiza has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ortiza's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ortiza contraindications section.
Additionally, Ortiza may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ortiza is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ortiza 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 Ortiza safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ortiza safely.
Is the use of Ortiza safe during breastfeeding?
Ortiza is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ortiza on the Kidneys?
Ortiza rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ortiza on the Liver?
Side effects of Ortiza rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ortiza on the Heart?
Ortiza has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ortiza 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 Ortiza unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ortiza habit forming or addictive?
Ortiza 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 Ortiza since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Ortiza should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ortiza for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ortiza
Taking Ortiza with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ortiza
Information about the interaction of Ortiza and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
If you are allergic to Ortiza 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, Ortiza does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
Yes, Ortiza 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.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Ortiza and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Ortiza can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Ortiza is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
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