Medicines based on Azithromycin (500 mg)
Azithromycin Information
Azithromycin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azithromycin have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Azithromycin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Azithromycin include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azithromycin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azithromycin 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.
In addition, Azithromycin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Azithromycin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azithromycin related warnings section.
The section on Azithromycin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Azithromycin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azithromycin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Azithromycin Benefits & Uses
Azithromycin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Azithromycin 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
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Azithromycin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azithromycin is used -
Severe
- Angioedema
- Tachycardia
Moderate
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Rash
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- पेट दर्द
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Azithromycin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Azithromycin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azithromycin without worrying about any side effects.
Safe -
Is the use of Azithromycin safe during breastfeeding?
Azithromycin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Azithromycin on the Kidneys?
Azithromycin rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Azithromycin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azithromycin on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Azithromycin on the Heart?
Azithromycin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Azithromycin with Other Drugs
Azithromycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Azithromycin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azithromycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Jaundice
- Heart Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Azithromycin
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Is this Azithromycin habit forming or addictive?
Azithromycin does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azithromycin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Azithromycin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azithromycin is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Azithromycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Azithromycin
It is safe to take Azithromycin with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Azithromycin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azithromycin with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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
