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Azifast, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Gel, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Azifast have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Azifast depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Azifast are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Azifast can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Azifast normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Azifast has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Azifast has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azifast related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Azifast have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Azifast have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azifast is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Azifast 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 |
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azifast is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azifast safe for pregnant women?
Azifast is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Azifast safe during breastfeeding?
Azifast does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Azifast on the Kidneys?
Azifast rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azifast on the Liver?
Azifast has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Azifast on the Heart?
Side effects of Azifast rarely affect the heart.
Azifast 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 Azifast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azifast habit forming or addictive?
Azifast is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Azifast since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Azifast should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azifast is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azifast
Taking Azifast with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azifast
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Azifast.
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