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Safaz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Safaz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Safaz 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Safaz include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Safaz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Safaz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Safaz is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Safaz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Safaz related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Safaz are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Safaz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Safaz, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Safaz 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 Safaz safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Safaz in pregnant women.
Is the use of Safaz safe during breastfeeding?
Safaz is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Safaz on the Kidneys?
Safaz rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Safaz on the Liver?
Safaz may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Safaz on the Heart?
Side effects of Safaz rarely affect the heart.
Safaz 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 Safaz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safaz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Safaz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Safaz as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Safaz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Safaz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Safaz
Taking Safaz with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safaz
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Safaz and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Safaz 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.
Safaz 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.
Discontinuing Safaz 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.
No, Safaz is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Safaz is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, Safaz is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
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