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Azifast 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azifast 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Azifast 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Azifast 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azifast 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azifast 500 Tablet 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, Azifast 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azifast 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Azifast 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azifast 500 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Azifast 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Azifast 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azifast 500 Tablet 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 Azifast 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azifast 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Azifast is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Azifast 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Azifast does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Azifast 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Azifast rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azifast 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Azifast has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Azifast 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Azifast rarely affect the heart.
Azifast 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azifast 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Azifast 500 Tablet 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 500 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Azifast 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azifast 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azifast 500 Tablet
Taking Azifast 500 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azifast 500 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Azifast 500 Tablet.
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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
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
