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Zycin Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Zycin Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Zycin Am depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Zycin Am include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Zycin Am have been listed ahead. These side effects of Zycin Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Zycin Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zycin Am related warnings talks about Zycin Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zycin Am is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Zycin Am contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Zycin Am may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Zycin Am is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Zycin Am 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
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Is the use of Zycin Am safe for pregnant women?
Zycin Am should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Zycin Am safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Zycin Am. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zycin Am on the Kidneys?
Zycin Am rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zycin Am on the Liver?
Zycin Am has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Zycin Am on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zycin Am on the heart have been reported.
Zycin Am 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 Zycin Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zycin Am habit forming or addictive?
Zycin Am is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Zycin Am
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Zycin Am together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zycin Am
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Zycin Am with alcohol.
Zycin Am 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.
Zycin Am 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.
No, Zycin Am does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.
Yes, Zycin Am may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
No, Zycin Am is not used for treating cough generally. However, if the doctor is convinced that the cough is due to a bacterial infection, he may prescribe {Medicine] to you.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zithromax (azithromycin)
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