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Azicin (Litaka) is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Azicin (Litaka) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azicin (Litaka) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azicin (Litaka) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azicin (Litaka) without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Azicin (Litaka) safe during breastfeeding?
Azicin (Litaka) does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Azicin (Litaka) on the Kidneys?
Azicin (Litaka) rarely harms 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?
Azicin (Litaka) may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on 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) will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Azicin (Litaka) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azicin (Litaka) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azicin (Litaka)
You can take Azicin (Litaka) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azicin (Litaka)
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Azicin (Litaka).
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.
No, Azicin (Litaka) 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, Azicin (Litaka) is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azicin (Litaka) is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Azicin (Litaka) is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
Azicin (Litaka) 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
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
