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Azifast Syrup is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Azifast Syrup also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Azifast Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Azifast Syrup include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Azifast Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Azifast Syrup are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Azifast Syrup's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Azifast Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Azifast Syrup related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azifast Syrup are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Azifast Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Azifast Syrup is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Azifast Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azifast Syrup is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azifast Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Azifast is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Azifast Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Azifast is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azifast Syrup on the Kidneys?
Azifast rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azifast Syrup on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Azifast on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Azifast Syrup on the Heart?
Side effects of Azifast rarely affect the heart.
Azifast Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azifast Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azifast Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Azifast Syrup has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Azifast Syrup since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azifast Syrup only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azifast Syrup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azifast Syrup
It is safe to take Azifast Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azifast Syrup
Information about the interaction of Azifast Syrup and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Azifast is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Azifast is effective for treating bacterial infections only.
Discontinuing Azifast on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.
Azifast is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
No harmful interactions are found between Azifast and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Azifast.
Azifast is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infection, sexually transmitted disease (STD), pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, Lyme disease, Mycobacterium Avium Bacteria Infection, whooping cough, sinuses, skin, throat, and infections of the lungs. It will not work for viral infection and other pathogenic infections such as cold, flu.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience