Avalon 200 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)

35 ml bottle: ৳ 140.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Azithromycin dihydrate
Company Techno drugs ltd
Also available as
Avalon 500 mg tablet

Title

  • Avalon 200 mg/5 ml Suspension

Categories

  • Antibiotics
  • Macrolide Antibiotics
  • Prescription Medications

Description

  • Avalon is indicated for infections in lower respiratory tract, upper respiratory tract, otitis media, skin and soft tissue infections, and sexually transmitted diseases
  • Azithromycin is acid-stable and can be taken orally without protection from gastric acids
  • Time to peak concentration for oral dosage forms is 2.1 to 3.2 hours in adults
  • Azithromycin's half-life allows for a large single dose to be administered and maintain bacteriostatic levels in infected tissue for several days
  • Azithromycin acts by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible microorganisms and interfering with microbial protein synthesis

Dimensions

  • Packaging size: 200 mg/5 ml
  • Tablet dosage: 500 mg once daily orally for 3 days or 500 mg once on day 1, then 250 mg once on days 2-5 for 4 days
  • Suspension dosage: 10 mg/kg body weight once daily for 3 days for child over 6 months
  • Injection dosage: 500 mg as a single daily dose by the intravenous route for at least two days

Color options

  • White

Functions

  • Prevent microbial protein synthesis
  • Treat lower respiratory tract infections
  • Treat upper respiratory tract infections
  • Treat skin and soft tissue infections

Materials

  • Active ingredient: Azithromycin
  • Inactive ingredients:
    • Boiled and cooled water
    • Powder

Technical specifications

  • Absorption rate: Readily absorbed; greater on empty stomach
  • Plasma concentration decline: Polyphasic pattern with mean apparent plasma clearance of 630 mL/min and a terminal elimination half life of 68 hours
  • Biliary excretion: Predominantly unchanged, major route of elimination

Design elements

  • Chemical structure: C38H72N2O12

Usability features

  • Oral administration
  • Reconstitution of suspension
  • Storage in a dry place away from light and heat

Interaction

  • Azithromycin and antacids should be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after each other
  • Caution should be exercised before co-administration of azithromycin and cyclosporine
  • Monitoring of theophylline levels is recommended when co-administered with azithromycin

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to Azithromycin or any other macrolide antibiotic
  • Co-administration of ergot derivatives
  • Patients with hepatic diseases

Side effects

  • Gastrointestinal origin:
    • Nausea
    • Abdominal discomfort
    • Vomiting
    • Flatulence
    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
  • Allergic reactions:
    • Rash
    • Photosensitivity
  • Liver transaminases: Reversible elevations with a frequency similar to comparative macrolides and penicillins
  • Cholestatic jaundice: Rarely observed
  • Hearing impairment: Reversible, seen in some patients in investigational studies with higher doses for prolonged periods

Pregnancy lactation

  • Category: B
  • Pregnant women usage: Should be used during pregnancy only if adequate alternatives are not available
  • Breastfeeding women usage: Caution should be exercised when administered to nursing women

Precautions warnings

  • Rare serious allergic reactions reported, including angioneurotic edema and anaphylaxis

Special populations

  • Renal impairment: No dose adjustment needed in patients with mild renal impairment; caution in more severe renal impairment
  • Hepatic impairment: Should not be used in patients with hepatic disease
  • Ability to drive operate machines: No evidence to suggest impairment

Medication overdose

  • Typical symptoms:
    • Hearing loss
    • Severe nausea
    • Vomiting
    • Diarrhea
  • Recommended actions:
    • Gastric lavage
    • General 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: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-100-azithromycin-dihydrate-chemical-structure-tFo4BQqfsRzQwcODCGo2.svg

Common questions

  • Question answers:
      • Question: What is Avalon 200 mg/5 ml Syrup?
      • Answer: Performs its action by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions
      • Question: What are the uses of Avalon 200 mg/5 ml Syrup?
      • Answer: Treatment and prevention of community-acquired pneumonia, pharyngitis/tonsillitis, and skin and soft tissue infections
      • Question: What are the Side Effects of Avalon 200 mg/5 ml Syrup?
      • Answer: 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 the stomach, and heartburn
      • Question: What are the instructions for storage and disposal Avalon 200 mg/5 ml Syrup?
      • Answer: Keep in a cool dry place, out of reach of children and pets; consult a doctor for further uses
      • Question: Can the use of Avalon 200 mg/5 ml Syrup cause diarrhea?
      • Answer: Yes, as an antibiotic, it may affect helpful bacteria and cause diarrhea. Severe cases should be reported to the doctor
      • Question: Is Avalon 200 mg/5 ml Syrup safe?
      • Answer: Safe if used at prescribed doses as advised by the doctor
      • Question: Is Avalon 200 mg/5 ml Syrup an antibiotic?
      • Answer: Yes, it belongs to a class of antibiotics known as macrolides
      • Question: What if I don't get better even after taking Avalon 200 mg/5 ml Syrup?
      • Answer: Inform the doctor if there's no improvement in symptoms after 3 days, or if symptoms worsen
      • Question: Quick Tips
      • Answer: Do not skip doses; take 1 hour before or two hours after food; refrain from antacids 2 hours before or after; monitor diarrhea and allergic reactions

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