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Safaz 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Safaz 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Safaz 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Safaz 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Safaz 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Safaz 500 Tablet 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.
In addition, Safaz 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Safaz 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Safaz 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Safaz 500 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Safaz 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Safaz 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Safaz 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Safaz in pregnant women.
Is the use of Safaz 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Safaz is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Safaz 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Safaz rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Safaz 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Safaz rarely affect the heart.
Safaz 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safaz 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Safaz 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Safaz 500 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Safaz 500 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Safaz 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Safaz 500 Tablet
Taking Safaz 500 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safaz 500 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Safaz 500 Tablet 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