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Azithom 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 Azithom safe for pregnant women?
Azithom is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Azithom safe during breastfeeding?
Azithom is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azithom on the Kidneys?
Azithom rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azithom on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azithom on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Azithom on the Heart?
Azithom may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azithom 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 Azithom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azithom habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Azithom.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azithom as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Azithom is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azithom in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Azithom
Taking Azithom with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azithom
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azithom with alcohol will be.
If you are allergic to Azithom then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
No, Azithom does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
Take Azithom 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.
No harmful interactions are found between Azithom 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 Azithom.
Yes, Azithom can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.
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