Azither Information

Azither is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria.

The right dosage of Azither depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azither as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Azither go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Azither's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Azither related warnings talks about Azither's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Azither is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azither contraindications section.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Azither, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Azither Benefits & Uses
Azither Dosage & How to Take
Azither Side Effects
Azither Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Azither with Other Drugs
Azither Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Azither
Azither Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Azither Benefits & Uses

Azither is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Azither 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: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Azither Related Warnings

Is the use of Azither safe for pregnant women?

Azither can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Azither, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Azither safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Azither for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Azither on the Kidneys?

Azither may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Azither on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Azither on the Heart?

Azither may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Azither with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quetiapine

Moderate

Flecainide

Astemizole

Imipramine

Mefloquine

Azither Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Azither

Is this Azither habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Azither has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Azither can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Azither only as per medical advice.

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

Azither is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Azither Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Azither

Taking Azither with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Azither

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Azither with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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