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Azirav Information

Azirav is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azirav have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azirav. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Azirav include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azirav have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Azirav are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Azirav has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Azirav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Azirav related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Azirav are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Azirav may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azirav is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Azirav Benefits & Uses

Azirav is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Azirav Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Bronchitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bronchitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bronchitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Cervicitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Urethritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Azirav Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Azirav safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Azirav in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Azirav safe during breastfeeding?


    Azirav does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Azirav on the Kidneys?


    Azirav has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Azirav on the Liver?


    Azirav may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Azirav on the Heart?


    Side effects of Azirav rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Azirav with Other Drugs

Azirav should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate



Azirav Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azirav unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Azirav

  • Is this Azirav habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Azirav.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Azirav since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Azirav only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Azirav cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Azirav Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Azirav


    It is safe to take Azirav with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Azirav


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azirav with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Azirav

Question almost 5 years ago

How to take Azirav?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Take Azirav 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. 

Question about 5 years ago

Can you drink alcohol while taking Azirav?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No harmful interactions are found between Azirav 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 Azirav.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Azirav without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Azirav is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Azirav safe?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Azirav is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

How does Azirav work in the body?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Azirav 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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



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