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Azikam 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Azikam 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Azikam 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Azikam 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azikam 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Azikam 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azikam 500 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Azikam 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azikam 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azikam 500 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Azikam 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Azikam 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Azikam 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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Is the use of Azikam 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azikam without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Azikam 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Azikam is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azikam 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Azikam may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azikam 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Azikam is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Azikam 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Azikam is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azikam 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azikam 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Azikam 500 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azikam 500 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Azikam 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Azikam 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azikam 500 Tablet
Taking Azikam 500 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azikam 500 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azikam 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Azikam 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.
If you are allergic to Azikam then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Azikam is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azikam 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.
No harmful interactions are found between Azikam 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 Azikam.
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