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Zithromycin 600 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 Zithromycin 600 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Zithromycin 600 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Zithromycin 600 Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zithromycin 600 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Zithromycin 600 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zithromycin 600 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Zithromycin 600 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zithromycin 600 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Zithromycin 600 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zithromycin 600 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Zithromycin 600 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 Zithromycin 600 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Zithromycin without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Zithromycin 600 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Zithromycin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Zithromycin 600 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Zithromycin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zithromycin 600 Tablet on the Liver?
Zithromycin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Zithromycin 600 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zithromycin on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zithromycin 600 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zithromycin 600 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zithromycin 600 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Zithromycin 600 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Zithromycin 600 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zithromycin 600 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zithromycin 600 Tablet
Taking Zithromycin 600 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zithromycin 600 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Zithromycin 600 Tablet with alcohol.
If you are allergic to Zithromycin then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
No, Zithromycin is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Zithromycin is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Yes, Zithromycin 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.
Zithromycin 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.
Zithromycin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
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