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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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zycin Am is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zycin Am safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Zycin Am. If you are pregnant, do not take Zycin Am without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zycin Am safe during breastfeeding?
Zycin Am may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's 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 may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Zycin Am on the Heart?
Zycin Am has very mild side effects on the heart.
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 does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Zycin Am
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Zycin Am with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zycin Am
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zycin Am with alcohol will be.
Yes, Zycin Am is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
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.
Zycin Am is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
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.
Zycin Am is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform vital activities Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body and prevents the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
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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
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