Azibest 250 Mg Tablet Information
Azibest 250 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Azibest 250 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Azibest 250 Mg Tablet 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Azibest 250 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Azibest 250 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Azibest 250 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Azibest 250 Mg Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Azibest 250 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azibest 250 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
The section on Azibest 250 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Azibest 250 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azibest 250 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Azibest 250 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses
Azibest 250 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Azibest 250 Mg Tablet 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
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Azibest 250 Mg Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Azibest 250 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Azibest is safe to take during pregnancy.
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Is the use of Azibest 250 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Azibest.
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What is the effect of Azibest 250 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Azibest rarely affects the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Azibest 250 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Azibest rarely affect the liver.
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What is the effect of Azibest 250 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Azibest is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Azibest 250 Mg Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azibest 250 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Jaundice
- Heart Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Azibest 250 Mg Tablet
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Is this Azibest 250 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azibest 250 Mg Tablet is addictive.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azibest 250 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
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Is it safe?
Azibest 250 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
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Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azibest 250 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Azibest 250 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Azibest 250 Mg Tablet
You can take Azibest 250 Mg Tablet with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Azibest 250 Mg Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azibest 250 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Azibest 250 Mg Tablet
Question almost 5 years ago
Can I take Azibest with oral contraceptive pills?
Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azibest 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 almost 5 years ago
Can I take Azibest for treating an abscess?
Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics
Azibest 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.
Question about 5 years ago
How does Azibest work in the body?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Azibest 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.
Question over 5 years ago
What is Azibest
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Azibest 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.
Question almost 5 years ago
Can Azibest cause diarrheoa?
Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology
Yes, Azibest 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.
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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
