Azifine is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Suspension, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azifine have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Azifine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Azifine are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azifine have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Azifine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Azifine's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Azifine related warnings talks about Azifine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azifine are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Azifine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azifine is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Azifine 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azifine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azifine safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azifine without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Azifine safe during breastfeeding?
Azifine is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azifine on the Kidneys?
Azifine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azifine on the Liver?
Azifine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Azifine on the Heart?
Side effects of Azifine rarely affect the heart.
Azifine 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 Azifine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azifine habit forming or addictive?
Azifine does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azifine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Azifine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azifine in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Azifine
Taking Azifine with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azifine
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azifine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Azifine can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.
Azifine 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.
No, Azifine is not used for treating cough generally. However, if the doctor is convinced that the cough is due to a bacterial infection, he may prescribe {Medicine] to you.
No, Azifine does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
Yes, Azifine 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.
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