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Azovid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Azovid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azovid. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Azovid are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azovid have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Azovid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Azovid has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Azovid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Azovid related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Azovid have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Azovid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Azovid, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azovid 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azovid is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azovid safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Azovid in pregnant women.
Is the use of Azovid safe during breastfeeding?
Azovid is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azovid on the Kidneys?
Azovid rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azovid on the Liver?
Azovid is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Azovid on the Heart?
Azovid is rarely harmful for the heart.
Azovid 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 Azovid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azovid habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azovid is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azovid does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azovid only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azovid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azovid
It is safe to take Azovid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azovid
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azovid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Azovid 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.
Azovid 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.
Yes, Azovid can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Azovid is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
If you are allergic to Azovid then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Azovid 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.
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