Azimer 250mg Suspension

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Azimer 250mg Suspension is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also effective in typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.

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General Information

Contains

Azithromycin (250mg)

Marketer

Mercury Laboratories Ltd

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Product introduction

Azimer 250mg Suspension can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at a fixed time. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the return or worsening of the infection.

Common side effects seen with Azimer 250mg Suspension include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects worry you or persist for a longer duration.

Do not use Azimer 250mg Suspension if you have a history of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction that can be worsened with the use of Azimer 250mg Suspension. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergies or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

Uses of Azimer Suspension

Treatment of Bacterial infections : Azimer 250mg Suspension is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including infections of the respiratory tract (such as pneumonia and bronchitis), sinus (sinusitis), ear (otitis media), skin and soft tissues, and certain sexually transmitted infections.

Benefits of Azimer Suspension

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Azimer 250mg Suspension is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in different parts of the body. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria, helping the body clear the infection effectively. This helps reduce symptoms such as fever, pain, swelling, or difficulty breathing, depending on the site of infection. Complete the full course as prescribed to help prevent the infection from returning and to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance.

Side effects of Azimer Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Azimer

Diarrhea
Nausea
Abdominal pain

How to use Azimer Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Azimer 250mg Suspension may be taken with or without food.

How Azimer Suspension works

Azimer 250mg Suspension is an antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. It binds to the bacterial ribosome and prevents the production of essential proteins required for bacterial growth and survival, thereby stopping the infection from spreading.

Quick tips

Take Azimer 250mg Suspension exactly as prescribed and complete the full course, even if you start feeling better.
Stopping Azimer 250mg Suspension early may allow the infection to return and become harder to treat.
Take Azimer 250mg Suspension at the same time each day to maintain consistent antibiotic levels in the body.
Avoid taking antacids within 2 hours before or after taking Azimer 250mg Suspension, as they may affect absorption.
Take Azimer 250mg Suspension with food, or it may cause stomach upset.
Diarrhea may occur while taking Azimer 250mg Suspension; stay hydrated and contact your doctor if it becomes severe.
Stop taking Azimer 250mg Suspension and seek immediate medical help if you develop rash, swelling of the face or throat, or difficulty breathing.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease or a history of heart rhythm problems before taking Azimer 250mg Suspension.
Report symptoms such as palpitations, fainting, or severe dizziness promptly to your doctor.
Consult your doctor if symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they worsen.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Azimer 250mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Azimer 250mg Suspension during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Azimer 250mg Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Azimer 250mg Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Azimer 250mg Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Azimer with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Domperidone with Azithromycin.

Severe

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Amiodarone (Injection Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Artemether (Injection Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Artemether (Oral Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Frequently asked questions

Is Azimer 250mg Suspension safe?

Azimer 250mg Suspension is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

What if I don't get better?

You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Azimer 250mg Suspension. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Can the use of Azimer 250mg Suspension cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Azimer 250mg Suspension can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can Azimer 250mg Suspension be taken at night?

Azimer 250mg Suspension is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Azimer 250mg Suspension exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.

How long does Azimer 250mg Suspension takes to work?

Usually, Azimer 250mg Suspension starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Why is Azimer 250mg Suspension given for 3 days?

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azimer 250mg Suspension is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regimen advised by your doctor.

What should I avoid while taking Azimer 250mg Suspension?

Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azimer 250mg Suspension should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azimer 250mg Suspension. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Azimer 250mg Suspension increases the risk of sunburn.

Is Azimer 250mg Suspension a strong antibiotic?

Azimer 250mg Suspension is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azimer 250mg Suspension has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.

Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azimer 250mg Suspension?

Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azimer 250mg Suspension. Antibiotics such as Azimer 250mg Suspension can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Azimer 250mg Suspension or soon after stopping it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Macrolides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

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References

Chambers HF, Deck DH. Tetracyclines, Macrolides, Clindamycin, Chloramphenicol, Streptogramins, & Oxazolidiones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 801.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 117-20.
Azithromycin [EMC Label]. Frimley, Camberley: Sandoz Ltd.; 2018. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: 12-B, Girichhaya, Loyalka Estate, Chowpatty Band Stand, Mumbai - 400 006. INDIA

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Azimer Suspension

Benefits of Azimer Suspension

Side effects of Azimer Suspension

How to use Azimer Suspension

How Azimer Suspension works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Amiodarone (Injection Route)

Artemether (Injection Route)

Artemether (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Azimer 250mg Suspension safe?

What if I don't get better?

Can the use of Azimer 250mg Suspension cause diarrhea?

Can Azimer 250mg Suspension be taken at night?

How long does Azimer 250mg Suspension takes to work?

Why is Azimer 250mg Suspension given for 3 days?

What should I avoid while taking Azimer 250mg Suspension?

Is Azimer 250mg Suspension a strong antibiotic?

Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azimer 250mg Suspension?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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