Azithromycin (20mg/ml)

DESCRIPTION

INTRODUCTION

In Treatment of Bacterial infections Azithral 100 Liquid is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

USE OF

Treatment of Bacterial infections

BENEFITS

FACTBOX 

Chemical Class::Macrolides|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class::Macrolides

HOW TO USE

Azithral 100 Liquid is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

EXPIRY

Long shelf life (1-2 years).

SAFETY ADVICE

– Kidney : CAUTION – Azithral 100 Liquid should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azithral 100 Liquid may be needed. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : CAUTION – Azithral 100 Liquid should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azithral 100 Liquid may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

IF MISS

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Nausea | Abdominal pain | Diarrhea

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

LACTATION INTERACTION

KIDNEY INTERACTION

CAUTION

LIVER INTERACTION

CAUTION

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FAQ

Q. Is Azithral 100 Liquid safe?::: Azithral 100 Liquid is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.| Q. What if I don’t get better?::: You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Azithral 100 Liquid. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.| Q. Can the use of Azithral 100 Liquid cause diarrhea?::: Yes, the use of Azithral 100 Liquid can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.| Q. Can Azithral 100 Liquid be taken at night?::: Azithral 100 Liquid is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Azithral 100 Liquid exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.| Q. How long does it take Azithral 100 Liquid to work?::: Azithral 100 Liquid starts working within a few hours of taking it. You may notice an improvement in symptoms after a few days. Do not stop taking the medicine without completing the course mentioned by your doctor. Stopping the medicine without consulting your doctor may cause the infection to come back which may be more difficult to treat.| Q. Why is Azithral 100 Liquid given for 3 days?::: The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azithral 100 Liquid is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.| Q. What should I avoid while taking Azithral 100 Liquid?::: Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azithral 100 Liquid should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azithral 100 Liquid. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Azithral 100 Liquid increases the risk of sunburn.| Q. Is Azithral 100 Liquid a strong antibiotic?::: Azithral 100 Liquid is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azithral 100 Liquid has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.| Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azithral 100 Liquid?::: Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azithral 100 Liquid. Antibiotics such as Azithral 100 Liquid can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Azithral 100 Liquid or soon after stopping it.| Q. Why is Azithral 100 Liquid given for 3 days?::: The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azithral 100 Liquid is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.| Q. What should I avoid while taking Azithral 100 Liquid?::: Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azithral 100 Liquid should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azithral 100 Liquid. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Azithral 100 Liquid increases the risk of sunburn.| Q. Is Azithral 100 Liquid a strong antibiotic?::: Azithral 100 Liquid is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azithral 100 Liquid has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.| Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azithral 100 Liquid?::: Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azithral 100 Liquid. Antibiotics such as Azithral 100 Liquid can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Azithral 100 Liquid or soon after stopping it.

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