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Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup

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

About Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup

Azee syrup is an antibiotic which is used to treat different types of infections caused by a variety of bacteria. This medicine is not recommended for use in case of common cold, flu or viral infection since it is active against infections caused by bacteria only. It belongs to a group of Macrolide Antibiotics which is useful for treating numerous infections caused by bacteria like middle ear infections, traveler’s diarrhoea. Along with other medications it is sometimes used for curing malaria. This medication is also used to treat a number of intestinal infections and sexually transmitted infections.

This medicine should not be taken without consulting a doctor. The dosage or how often the medicine is taken depends upon a person’a age, weight, the condition that is being treated, other medical conditions and also how a person reacts to the first dose of the medicine. Effect and uses may vary from person to person.

    What are the uses of Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup

    • Skin And Soft Tissue Infections

    • Community Acquired Pneumonia

    • Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

    • Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

    What are the contraindications of Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    What are the side effects of Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup ?

    Key highlights of Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup

    • How long is the duration of effect?

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

    • What is the onset of action?

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

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine 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 medicine is not recommended for the breast feeding mothers unless extremely necessary. Close monitoring of the infant will be required, if taking it at all.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consult a doctor before taking the medicine when consuming alcohol.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      The side effects of this medicine 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 XL 200mg Dry Syrup ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Azee XL 200mg 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?

      The doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

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

      What are the interactions of Azee XL 200mg 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

        This medication interacts with Atorvastatin, Cetirizine, Didanosine, Fluconazole and others.
      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        This medication interacts with QT Prolongation, Liver Disease and others.

      FAQs about Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup

      • Ques : What is Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup?

        Ans : Azithromycin is a salt which performs its action by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup?

        Ans : Azithromycin is a salt, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Community acquired pneumonia, Ear Infection (Otitis Media), Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis, and Skin and soft tissue infections.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup?

        Ans : Side effects include 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 stomach, and Heartburn.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Azee XL 200mg Dry Syrup?

        Ans : Azithromycin should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to 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.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      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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