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Woazicin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Woazicin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Woazicin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Woazicin include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Woazicin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Woazicin 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.
In addition, Woazicin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Woazicin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Woazicin related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Woazicin contraindications section.
Additionally, Woazicin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Woazicin is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Woazicin 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 Woazicin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Woazicin safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Woazicin in pregnant women.
Is the use of Woazicin safe during breastfeeding?
Woazicin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Woazicin on the Kidneys?
Woazicin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Woazicin on the Liver?
Side effects of Woazicin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Woazicin on the Heart?
Woazicin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Woazicin 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 Woazicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Woazicin habit forming or addictive?
Woazicin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Woazicin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Woazicin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Woazicin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Woazicin
Taking Woazicin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Woazicin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Woazicin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Woazicin is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Woazicin is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, Woazicin 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.
Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Woazicin and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Woazicin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
Woazicin 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.
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