Medicines based on Azithromycin (100 mg/5ml)
Azithromycin Syrup Information
Azithromycin Syrup is a prescription medicine. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Azithromycin Syrup also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Azithromycin Syrup 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Azithromycin Syrup also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azithromycin Syrup as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Azithromycin Syrup 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 Azithromycin Syrup is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Azithromycin Syrup related warnings talks about Azithromycin Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azithromycin Syrup are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Azithromycin Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azithromycin Syrup is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
- Azithromycin Syrup Benefits & Uses
- Azithromycin Syrup Dosage & How to Take
- Azithromycin Syrup Side Effects
- Azithromycin Syrup Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Azithromycin Syrup with Other Drugs
- Azithromycin Syrup Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Azithromycin Syrup
- Azithromycin Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Azithromycin Syrup Benefits & Uses
Azithromycin Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Bacterial Infections
- Throat Infection
- Chlamydia
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Gonorrhea
- Eye Infections
- Swollen Eyes
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Cervicitis
- Urethritis
- Chancroid
- Facial Swelling
- Vaginal discharge during pregnancy
- Ear Disease
- Lung Infections
- Lung Disease
- Pharyngitis
- Prickly Throat
- Throat Ulcer
- Hoarseness
Azithromycin Syrup 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 |
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Azithromycin Syrup Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azithromycin Syrup is used -
Severe
- Bronchospasm
- Angioedema
- Hearing Loss
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
- Anaphylactic reaction
- Tachycardia
Moderate
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
- Erythema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- पेट दर्द
- Rash
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Azithromycin Syrup Related Warnings
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Is the use of Azithromycin Syrup safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Azithromycin Syrup in pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Azithromycin Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Azithromycin Syrup is safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Azithromycin Syrup on the Kidneys?
Azithromycin Syrup may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Azithromycin Syrup on the Liver?
Azithromycin Syrup may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Azithromycin Syrup on the Heart?
Side effects of Azithromycin Syrup rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Azithromycin Syrup with Other Drugs
Azithromycin Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Azithromycin Syrup Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azithromycin Syrup 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 Azithromycin Syrup
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Is this Azithromycin Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Azithromycin Syrup does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Azithromycin Syrup since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azithromycin Syrup only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azithromycin Syrup for mental disorders.
No
Azithromycin Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Azithromycin Syrup
It is safe to take Azithromycin Syrup with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Azithromycin Syrup
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azithromycin Syrup with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Azithromycin Syrup
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Azithromycin Syrup with oral contraceptive pills?
Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azithromycin Syrup and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Azithromycin Syrup cause diarrheoa?
Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology
Yes, Azithromycin Syrup may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Question about 6 years ago
What does Azithromycin Syrup treat?
Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician
Azithromycin Syrup 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.
Question almost 6 years ago
Can Azithromycin Syrup treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?
Yes, Azithromycin Syrup 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 almost 6 years ago
Can Azithromycin Syrup treat a urinary tract infection?
Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician
No, Azithromycin Syrup does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
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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
