Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup
About Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup
Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic used to treat different types of infections caused by a variety of bacteria. It has the advantage of once-daily dosing. This medication is not recommended for use in case of common cold, flu or viral infection since it is active against infections caused by bacteria only. It belongs to a group of Macrolide Antibiotics useful for treating numerous infections caused by bacteria like middle ear infections, traveler’s diarrhoea. Along with other medications it is sometimes used for curing malaria. It is also used to treat a number of intestinal infections and sexually transmitted infections.
Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup should not be taken without consulting a doctor. The dosage or how often the medicine is taken depends upon a person’a age, weight, the condition that is being treated, other medical conditions and also how a person reacts to the first dose of the medicine. Effect and uses may vary from person to person. Administration of this medicine takes place either orally or intravenously with doses once per day. Treatment from Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup is short term and it becomes very risky if not taken as prescribed.
What are the uses of Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup
Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis
Skin And Soft Tissue Infections
What are the contraindications of Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup ?
Hypersensitivity
If a person has a known allergy to this medication, then it should be completely avoided.
Liver Damage
It should be avoided if a person is suffering from any type of liver disease.
What are the side effects of Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup ?
Dry Or Scaly Skin
Difficulty In Swallowing
Acid Or Sour Stomach
Aggression Or Anger
Excessive Air Or Gas In Stomach
Heartburn
Key highlights of Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup lasts for an average duration of 2 to 4 days.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medication can be observed within 2 to 3 hours of dose administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup is not recommended for use by pregnant women unless extremely necessary. Consult your doctor to weigh the risks and benefits of taking it.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This syrup is not recommended for the breast feeding mothers unless extremely necessary. Close monitoring of the infant will be required, if taking it at all.
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Consult a doctor before taking the medicine when consuming alcohol.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
The side effects of Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup can be adverse and when facing the same, driving should be completely avoided.
Does this affect liver function?
It should be avoided if the person is suffering from any type of liver disease.
What are the substitutes for Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Azee Xl 100Mg Dry Syrup
Cipla Ltd
- Azimax Xl 100Mg Dry Syrup
Cipla Ltd
- Amoxil 250 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as possible and avoid taking it if its almost time for the other dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
A doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected.
How does this medication work?
Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup is a bacteriostatic drug. It inhibits protein synthesis by binding itself to 50S ribosomal subunits of the sensitive micro-organism. It infringes with transpeptidation and translocation and thus inhibits protein synthesis and cell growth.
What are the interactions of Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Medicine
Medicine
Suitable dose adjustments maybe required when taking along with certain medicines. A doctor should be informed when taking this with the following medicines: Atorvastatin, Amiodarone, Pimozide and Aluminium hydroxide/ Magnesium Hydroxide.
Interaction with Disease
Qt Prolongation
Inform your doctor if you have arrhythmia, any heart disease or drugs that prolong QT interval such as psychiatric drugs, anti-arrhythmic drugs.Inform your doctor if you have any liver disease and drugs that cause liver damage (Eg: TB drugs, HIV drugs).This medicine has certain interactions with diseases. A few of the diseases it interacts with are QT Prolongation, Liver disease and Myasthenia Gravis.
FAQs about Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup
Ques : What is Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup?
Ans : Azithromycin is a salt which performs its action 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. Azithromycin is used to treat conditions such as Community acquired pneumonia, Ear Infection (Otitis Media), Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis, Skin and soft tissue infections, etc.
Ques : What are the uses of Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup?
Ans : Azithromycin is a salt, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Community acquired pneumonia, Ear Infection (Otitis Media), Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis, and Skin and soft tissue infections. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions like Cat Scratch Disease, Acne vulgaris, and Bacterial conjunctivitis. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Azithromycin to avoid undesirable effects.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup?
Ans : Azithromycin is a salt which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Azithromycin which are as follows: Diarrhea, Dry or scaly skin, Abdominal pain, Difficult or painful urination, Vomiting, Fever, Acid or sour stomach , Aggression or anger, Excessive air or gas in stomach, and Heartburn. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Azithromycin.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Aziwok 100Mg Dry Syrup?
Ans : Azithromycin should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication.
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