Makzit 200 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
30 ml bottle: ৳ 145.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Azithromycin dihydrate |
| Company | Maks drug limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Upper respiratory tract infections
- Otitis media
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Pharyngitis/tonsillitis
- Bronchitis
- Pneumonia
- Non-gonococcal urethritis
- Cervicitis
Pharmacology
- Oral administration
- Absorption on empty stomach
- High concentration in phagocytes
- Active transport to site of infection
- Release during active phagocytosis
- High tissue concentration
- Ion trapping
- High lipid solubility
- Biliary excretion
- Microbial protein synthesis inhibition
Dosage
- 500 mg oral dosage for adults
- 250 mg oral dosage for children
- Single dose administration
- Injection for IV infusion
Administration
- Reconstitution procedure for suspension
- Administration with meal timing
Interaction
- Antacid interaction
- Carbamazepine interaction
- Cyclosporin interaction
- Digoxin interaction
- Ergot derivatives interaction
- Methylprednisolone interaction
- Theophylline interaction
- Warfarin interaction
- Terfenadine interaction
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to macrolide antibiotic
- Co-administration with ergot derivatives
- Hepatic diseases
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side effects
- Nausea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Vomiting
- Flatulence
- Diarrhoea
- Allergic reactions
- Rash
- Photosensitivity
- Elevations in liver transaminases
- Cholestatic jaundice
- Reductions in neutrophil counts
- Hearing impairment
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- No evidence of harm to fetus
- Caution in breastfeeding women
Precautions & Warnings
- Risk of serious allergic reactions
- Long observation and treatment for allergic reactions
Use in Special Populations
- No dose adjustment for mild renal impairment
- Caution in severe renal impairment
- Avoid use in hepatic impairment
- No effect on driving and machine operation
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of macrolide antibiotic overdose
- Gastric lavage and supportive measures
Storage Conditions
- Dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C38H72N2O12
- Chemical Structure Image: [Link to image]
Common Questions about Makzit 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
- Action and uses of the syrup
- Common Side Effects
- Instructions for storage and disposal
- Possibility of diarrhea
- Safety at prescribed doses
- Classification as an antibiotic
- Consultation if symptoms persist
- Quick Tips for usage