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Azemine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Azemine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Azemine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Azemine include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azemine as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azemine 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, Azemine's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Azemine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Azemine related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azemine contraindications section.
Additionally, Azemine may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Azemine, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azemine 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azemine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azemine safe for pregnant women?
Azemine is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Azemine safe during breastfeeding?
Azemine is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azemine on the Kidneys?
Azemine rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azemine on the Liver?
Azemine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Azemine on the Heart?
Side effects of Azemine rarely affect the heart.
Azemine 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 Azemine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azemine habit forming or addictive?
Azemine does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Azemine since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Azemine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azemine is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azemine
You can take Azemine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azemine
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azemine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Azemine 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.
Azemine 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.
Azemine 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.
Yes, Azemine 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.
Discontinuing Azemine 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.
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