Ozicin 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ozicin 500 Tablet Information

Ozicin 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Ozicin 500 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Ozicin 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Ozicin 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Ozicin 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ozicin 500 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Ozicin 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ozicin 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Ozicin 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ozicin 500 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Ozicin 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ozicin 500 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Ozicin Benefits & Uses
Ozicin Dosage & How to Take
Ozicin Side Effects
Ozicin Related Warnings
Ozicin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ozicin
Ozicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ozicin 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ozicin 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Ozicin 500 Tablet 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: Bronchitis 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: Bronchitis 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: Bronchitis 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: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) 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: Cervicitis 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: Urethritis 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

Ozicin 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ozicin 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Ozicin safely.

Safe
Is the use of Ozicin 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Ozicin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Ozicin 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Ozicin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ozicin 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Ozicin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ozicin 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Ozicin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Ozicin 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ozicin 500 Tablet 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 Ozicin 500 Tablet

Is this Ozicin 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Ozicin 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ozicin 500 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Ozicin 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Ozicin 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Ozicin 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ozicin 500 Tablet

Taking Ozicin 500 Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ozicin 500 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ozicin 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ozicin 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

How does Ozicin work in the body?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Ozicin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ozicin with oral contraceptive pills?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Clinically no any harmful interaction has been reported between Ozicin and oral contraceptive pills. However, the interaction between these two can't be completely ignored. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ozicin treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Yes, Ozicin can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Ozicin safe?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Ozicin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ozicin for sore throat?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Ozicin for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a sore throat caused due to a viral or bacterial infection. Hence take it only when a doctor has prescribed it to you.