Zithrocin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zithrocin Information

Zithrocin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Liquid, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Zithrocin have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zithrocin. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Zithrocin are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zithrocin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Zithrocin 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zithrocin is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Zithrocin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

Drug reaction of Zithrocin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

Zithrocin Benefits & Uses
Zithrocin Dosage & How to Take
Zithrocin Side Effects
Zithrocin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zithrocin with Other Drugs
Zithrocin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zithrocin
Zithrocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zithrocin Benefits & Uses

Zithrocin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
Tonsillitis
Pneumonia
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Sexually transmitted diseases

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Throat Infection
Chlamydia
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Gonorrhea

Zithrocin 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

Zithrocin Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

पेट दर्द
Rash
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Zithrocin Related Warnings

Is the use of Zithrocin safe for pregnant women?

Zithrocin is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Zithrocin safe during breastfeeding?

Zithrocin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zithrocin on the Kidneys?

Zithrocin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zithrocin on the Liver?

Zithrocin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zithrocin on the Heart?

Zithrocin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zithrocin with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Rizatriptan

Sumatriptan

Severe

Moderate

Arformoterol

Zithrocin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zithrocin 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 Zithrocin

Is this Zithrocin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Zithrocin is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zithrocin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Zithrocin only on doctor's advice.

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

Zithrocin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Zithrocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zithrocin

Taking Zithrocin with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zithrocin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zithrocin with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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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