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Swithro 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Swithro 250 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Swithro 250 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Swithro 250 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Swithro 250 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Swithro 250 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Swithro 250 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Swithro 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Swithro 250 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Swithro 250 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Swithro 250 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Swithro 250 Tablet 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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Is the use of Swithro 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Swithro is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Swithro 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Swithro does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Swithro 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Swithro on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Swithro 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Swithro rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Swithro 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Swithro is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Swithro 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Swithro 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Swithro 250 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Swithro 250 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Swithro 250 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Swithro 250 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Swithro 250 Tablet
Taking Swithro 250 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Swithro 250 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Swithro 250 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Swithro 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.
Yes, Swithro can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.
No, Swithro is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Swithro is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Swithro is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
Yes, Swithro 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, Swithro is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
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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