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Safaz 250 Tablet 6 टैबलेट 1 पत्ते ₹ 54
Safaz 500 Tablet 3 टैबलेट 1 पत्ते ₹ 51.42

Safaz Information

Safaz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Safaz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Safaz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Safaz include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Safaz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Safaz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Safaz is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Safaz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Safaz related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Safaz are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Safaz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Safaz, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.


Safaz Benefits & Uses

Safaz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Safaz 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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Safaz Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Safaz is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Common

Safaz Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Safaz safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Safaz in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Safaz safe during breastfeeding?


    Safaz is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Safaz on the Kidneys?


    Safaz rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Safaz on the Liver?


    Safaz may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Safaz on the Heart?


    Side effects of Safaz rarely affect the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Safaz with Other Drugs

Safaz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate


Safaz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Safaz unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Safaz

  • Is this Safaz habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Safaz.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Safaz as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Safaz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Safaz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Safaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Safaz


    Taking Safaz with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Safaz


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Safaz and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Safaz

Question about 7 years ago

What does Safaz treat?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Safaz is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infection, sexually transmitted disease (STD), pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, Lyme disease, Mycobacterium Avium Bacteria Infection, whooping cough, sinuses, skin, throat, and infections of the lungs. It will not work for viral infection and other pathogenic infections such as cold, flu.

Question over 6 years ago

Can I take Safaz for sore throat?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Safaz for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a sore throat caused due to a viral or bacterial infection. Hence take it only when a doctor has prescribed it to you.

Question almost 7 years ago

Can I take Safaz for treating an abscess?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Safaz 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.

Question about 7 years ago

What is Safaz

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Safaz is a brand name for azithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat a bacterial infection such as throat infection, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. It is also sometimes coupled with other antibiotics and medications to effectively treat infections such as Mycobacterium avium complex infection.

Question about 7 years ago

Can Safaz treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Yes, Safaz 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.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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


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