Azilide 250 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Azilide 250 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Azilide 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Azilide 250 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Azilide 250 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Azilide 250 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.
In addition, Azilide 250 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Azilide 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Azilide 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Azilide 250 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Azilide 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Azilide 250 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Azilide 250 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azilide 250 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azilide 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Azilide is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Azilide 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Azilide is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azilide 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Azilide rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azilide 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azilide on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Azilide 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Azilide has very mild side effects on the heart.
Azilide 250 Tablet 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 Azilide 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azilide 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Azilide 250 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Azilide 250 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azilide 250 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azilide 250 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azilide 250 Tablet
Taking Azilide 250 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azilide 250 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Azilide 250 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
If you are allergic to Azilide then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Azilide is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
No harmful interactions are found between Azilide 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 Azilide.
Yes, Azilide 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.
Yes, you can take Azilide 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.
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
