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Azro is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azro have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azro. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Azro include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azro have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Azro 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.
In addition, Azro's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Azro has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azro related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azro contraindications section.
Additionally, Azro may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azro is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Azro 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 Azro is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azro safe for pregnant women?
Azro is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Azro safe during breastfeeding?
Azro is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azro on the Kidneys?
Azro rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azro on the Liver?
Side effects of Azro rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Azro on the Heart?
Azro may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azro 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 Azro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azro habit forming or addictive?
Azro is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Azro since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azro only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azro in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Azro
Taking Azro with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azro
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azro and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
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