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Onazit is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Onazit has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Onazit. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Onazit also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Onazit as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Onazit are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Onazit's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Onazit's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Onazit related warnings section.
The section on Onazit contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Onazit may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Onazit is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Onazit 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Onazit safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Onazit safely.
Is the use of Onazit safe during breastfeeding?
Onazit does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Onazit on the Kidneys?
Onazit rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Onazit on the Liver?
Onazit has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Onazit on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Onazit on the heart have been reported.
Onazit 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 Onazit unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onazit habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Onazit.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Onazit since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Onazit should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Onazit cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Onazit
It is safe to take Onazit with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onazit
Information about the interaction of Onazit and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Onazit may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Onazit is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
Discontinuing Onazit on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.
No, Onazit is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Onazit is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, Onazit 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.
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