Ecothral Information
Ecothral Benefits & Uses
Ecothral is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Bacterial Infections
- Throat Infection
- Chlamydia
- Skin Infections
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Gonorrhea
- Eye Infections
- Swollen Eyes
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Cervicitis
- Urethritis
- Chancroid
- Facial Swelling
- Vaginal discharge during pregnancy
- Ear Disease
- Lung Infections
- Lung Disease
- Pharyngitis
- Prickly Throat
- Throat Ulcer
- Hoarseness
Ecothral 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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Ecothral Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ecothral safe for pregnant women?
Ecothral is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Ecothral safe during breastfeeding?
Ecothral is safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Ecothral on the Kidneys?
Ecothral rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Ecothral on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ecothral on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Ecothral on the Heart?
Ecothral may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Ecothral with Other Drugs
Ecothral should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Ecothral Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ecothral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Jaundice
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
Frequently asked Questions about Ecothral
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Is this Ecothral habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ecothral.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ecothral will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Ecothral should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ecothral in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Ecothral Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Ecothral
It is safe to take Ecothral with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecothral
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ecothral and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Ecothral
Question about 5 years ago
Can Ecothral treat a urinary tract infection?
Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician
No, Ecothral does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
Question about 5 years ago
Can Ecothral treat pneumonia?
Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery
Yes, Ecothral 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, Ecothral is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
Question about 5 years ago
Can Ecothral treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?
Yes, Ecothral 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.
Question almost 5 years ago
What should I do if I'm allergic to Ecothral?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
If you are allergic to Ecothral then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Question almost 5 years ago
Is Ecothral safe?
Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other
Yes, Ecothral 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.
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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
