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Zlide is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Zlide has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Zlide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Zlide include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zlide can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zlide go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Zlide's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Zlide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zlide related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Zlide have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Zlide have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Zlide, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Zlide 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 Zlide safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Zlide in pregnant women.
Is the use of Zlide safe during breastfeeding?
Zlide is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zlide on the Kidneys?
Zlide rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zlide on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zlide on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zlide on the Heart?
Side effects of Zlide rarely affect the heart.
Zlide 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 Zlide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zlide habit forming or addictive?
Zlide is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Zlide as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zlide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zlide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zlide
You can take Zlide with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zlide
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zlide with alcohol will be.
Discontinuing Zlide 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.
If you are allergic to Zlide then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can take Zlide 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.
No harmful interactions are found between Zlide 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 Zlide.
Zlide 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.
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