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Azotis is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Azotis also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Azotis depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Azotis also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Azotis can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Azotis normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Azotis has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Azotis's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Azotis related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azotis contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Azotis have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Azotis, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azotis 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 Azotis safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Azotis in pregnant women.
Is the use of Azotis safe during breastfeeding?
Azotis is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azotis on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Azotis on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Azotis on the Liver?
Azotis has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Azotis on the Heart?
Azotis has very mild side effects on the heart.
Azotis 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 Azotis unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azotis habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azotis is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azotis as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azotis only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azotis for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azotis
You can take Azotis with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azotis
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azotis and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Azotis 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.
Azotis is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azotis 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, Azotis is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azotis is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, Azotis can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.
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