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Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Azithromycin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup

This syrup belongs to a group of Macrolide Antibiotics. It is an antibiotic used to treat different types of infections caused by a variety of bacteria. It is used for treating many infections caused by bacteria like middle ear infections, traveler’s diarrhea. Also, used to treat a number of intestinal infections and sexually transmitted infections.

Effect and uses may vary from person to person. Administration of this syrup takes place either orally or intravenously with doses once per day. Treatment from Azithromycin is short term and it becomes very risky if not taken as prescribed.

    What are the uses of Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup

    • Haemophilus Influenzae Type B Disease

    • Bacterial Infections

    What are the contraindications of Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    • Liver Damage

    What are the side effects of Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup ?

    Key highlights of Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this syrup lasts for an average duration of 2 to 4 days.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this syrup can be observed within 2 to 3 hours of dose administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This 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 breastfeeding 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 this syrup when consuming alcohol.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      The side effects of this 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 Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    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?

    This syrup is a bacteriostatic drug. It inhibits protein synthesis by binding itself to 50S ribosomal subunits of the sensitive micro-organism. This syrup infringes with transpeptidation and translocation and thus inhibits protein synthesis and cell growth.

      What are the interactions of Azee 100 MG 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 may be required when taking along with certain medicines. A doctor should be informed when you are taking this syrup with medicines like 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.

        Liver Disease

        Inform your doctor if you have any liver disease and drugs that cause liver damage (Eg: TB drugs, HIV drugs).

        Myasthenia Gravis

        This syrup has certain interactions with diseases. A few of the diseases it interacts with are QT Prolongation, Liver disease and Myasthenia Gravis.

      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.

      FAQs about Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup

      • Ques : What is Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup?

        Ans : This syrup has Azithromycin as an active ingredient present. It performs its action by obstructing the growth of bacterias in the bacterial cell membrane.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup?

        Ans : This syrup is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Allergic reactions, Pneumonia, sinus, tonsils, nose, throat and soft tissue infections.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup?

        Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this syrup. These include increased neutrophils, skin rashes, back pain, black or dark stools, diarrhea, abdominal pain, increased monocytes and vomiting.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Azee 100 MG Dry Syrup?

        Ans : This syrup should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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