Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Azitsa 500 Mg 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Azitsa 500 Mg 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| Adult(Male) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Azitsa safely.
Is the use of Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Azitsa does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Azitsa on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Azitsa may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Azitsa may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet 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 Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Azitsa 500 Mg Tablet with alcohol.
Azitsa 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.
Yes, Azitsa 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.
Yes, you can take Azitsa 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.
Take Azitsa exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not exceed dosage. Food does not affect the absorption of azithromycin, one can take it with or without foods but to avoid stomach disturbances take it with a light meal. Complete the entire course of medicine.
Yes, Azitsa 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, Azitsa is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
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