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Azithromycin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azithromycin have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Azithromycin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Azithromycin include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Azithromycin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azithromycin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Azithromycin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Azithromycin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azithromycin related warnings section.
The section on Azithromycin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Azithromycin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azithromycin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Azithromycin 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 Azithromycin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azithromycin safely.
Is the use of Azithromycin safe during breastfeeding?
Azithromycin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Azithromycin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Azithromycin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Azithromycin on the Liver?
Azithromycin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Azithromycin on the Heart?
Azithromycin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Azithromycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azithromycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azithromycin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Azithromycin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azithromycin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azithromycin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azithromycin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azithromycin
Taking Azithromycin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azithromycin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Azithromycin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Discontinuing Azithromycin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.
Azithromycin 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.
No harmful interactions are found between Azithromycin and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Azithromycin.
Yes, Azithromycin can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Azithromycin is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
Yes, Azithromycin 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.
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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