Asizith 200 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
15 ml bottle: ৳ 85.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Azithromycin dihydrate |
| Company | Asiatic laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Upper respiratory tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Sexually transmitted diseases
Pharmacology
- Absorbed orally
- High concentration in phagocytes
- Bacteriostatic levels maintained for several days
- Biliary excretion as major route of elimination
Dosage
- 500 mg once daily for adults
- 10 mg/kg body weight for children
- Azithromycin injection for adult patients with community-acquired pneumonia
Administration
- Suspension reconstitution procedure
- Take at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meal
Interaction
- Antacid interaction
- Cyclosporin interference
- Digoxin metabolism impairment
- Ergot derivatives contraindicated
- Methylprednisolone interaction
- Theophylline interaction
- Warfarin safety
- Terfenadine pharmacokinetics
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Azithromycin
- Co-administration with ergot derivatives
- Hepatic diseases
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side-effects
- Allergic reactions
- Elevations in liver transaminases
- Cholestatic jaundice
- Transient mild reductions in neutrofil counts
- Hearing impairment in higher doses
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- Caution in lactating women
Precautions & Warnings
- Rare serious allergic reactions reported
- Caution in renal impairment
- Caution in hepatic impairment
Use in Special Populations
- No dose adjustment for mild renal impairment
- Avoid in severe hepatic impairment
- No effect on ability to drive or use machines
Overdose Effects
- Typical symptoms of overdose
- General supportive measures indicated
Storage Conditions
- Keep dry, away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular formula C38H72N2O12
Common Questions about Asizith 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
- Action of Asizith syrup
- Uses of Asizith syrup
- Side effects of Asizith syrup
- Storage and disposal instructions
- Diarrhea possibility
- Safety of Asizith syrup
- Status as an antibiotic
- Consultation if no improvement
- Quick tips for use