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Pratham Benefits & Uses

Pratham is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Pratham 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	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pratham Related Warnings

Is the use of Pratham safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Pratham safely.

Safe
Is the use of Pratham safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Pratham.

Safe
What is the effect of Pratham on the Kidneys?

Pratham rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pratham on the Liver?

Pratham is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Pratham on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Pratham on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pratham with Other Drugs

Pratham should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Rizatriptan

Sumatriptan

Disopyramide

Sirolimus

Severe

Moderate

Arformoterol

Pratham Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pratham 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 Pratham

Is this Pratham habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pratham is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Pratham since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Pratham is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Pratham in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pratham Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pratham

You can take Pratham with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pratham

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pratham with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Pratham

Question almost 6 years ago

Can you drink alcohol while taking Pratham?

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 Pratham 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 Pratham.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Pratham on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Pratham on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Pratham treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Yes, Pratham 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pratham for treating an abscess?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Pratham 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Pratham

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Pratham is a brand name for azithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat a bacterial infection such as throat infection, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. It is also sometimes coupled with other antibiotics and medications to effectively treat infections such as Mycobacterium avium complex infection.