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Azicin (Litaka) 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.
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Is the use of Azicin (Litaka) safe for pregnant women?
Azicin (Litaka) is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Azicin (Litaka) safe during breastfeeding?
Azicin (Litaka) is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azicin (Litaka) on the Kidneys?
Azicin (Litaka) may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azicin (Litaka) on the Liver?
Azicin (Litaka) may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Azicin (Litaka) on the Heart?
Side effects of Azicin (Litaka) rarely affect the heart.
Azicin (Litaka) 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 Azicin (Litaka) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azicin (Litaka) habit forming or addictive?
Azicin (Litaka) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azicin (Litaka) does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Azicin (Litaka) is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azicin (Litaka) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azicin (Litaka)
Taking Azicin (Litaka) with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azicin (Litaka)
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azicin (Litaka) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No harmful interactions are found between Azicin (Litaka) 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 Azicin (Litaka).
Discontinuing Azicin (Litaka) 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.
Azicin (Litaka) 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.
Take Azicin (Litaka) exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not exceed dosage. Food does not affect the absorption of azithromycin, one can take it with or without foods but to avoid stomach disturbances take it with a light meal. Complete the entire course of medicine.
Yes, you can take Azicin (Litaka) 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.
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