Azitar Suspension

Azithromycin (200mg/5ml)

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Azitar Suspension is an antibiotic medication. It is commonly given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the ear, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and gastrointestinal tract.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 29 Apr 2026 | 01:02 PM (IST)

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Azithromycin (200mg/5ml)

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Altar Healthcare Pvt Ltd

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Azitar Suspension works by inhibiting the growth of the infection-causing bacteria and stopping it from multiplying. As a result of this, the spread of the infection is disabled. Azitar Suspension is usually given once a day, preferably in the morning. However, in the case of typhoid, it is to be given twice. Give it with or without food at about the same time each day. However, it is best given with food since children often have a sensitive stomach and could easily get a stomach upset.

Medicine dose depends on the type of infection your child has, its severity, and your child’s age and body weight. So stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. In case your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again.

Your child may start to feel better within 2 days of regular dosing. However, you must still complete the full prescribed course of the medicine and never stop it abruptly as that may worsen your child’s condition or increase the risk of reinfection. Some of the minor and temporary side effects of this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case these effects persist or become bothersome for your child, consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Inform your child’s doctor about any previous episode of any allergy, heart problem, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. Knowing the child’s medical history is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Azitar Suspension in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Azitar Suspension for your child

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Azitar Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of Azitar Suspension in children

Azitar Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Azitar

Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Nausea
Indigestion
Vomiting
Flatulence
Dizziness
Headache
Vertigo

How can I give Azitar Suspension to my child?

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. Azitar Suspension may be taken with or without food.

How Azitar Suspension works

Azitar Suspension is an antibiotic. It works by interfering with the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to perform important functions. By doing so, it stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading.

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Quick tips

Your child must complete the entire course of this medicine. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Give Azitar Suspension with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Azitar Suspension will not be effective for viral infections. However, the doctor may prescribe this medicine in case of a secondary bacterial infection. So make sure to speak to your child’s doctor first.
Only give Azitar Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Stop the medicine and contact the doctor immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, and breathing difficulties soon after the intake.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Azitar Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
However, Azitar Suspension is usually considered safe to use in children with mild to moderate kidney impairment. Dose modifications are generally not required in children with kidney problems.

Liver

CAUTION

Azitar Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
However, discontinue immediately if signs or symptoms of hepatitis like vomiting, paleness, and weakness are observed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Azitar 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

Hydroxyzine (Oral Route)

Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Azithromycin.

Severe

Pimozide (Oral Route)

Do not consume Pimozide with Azithromycin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your heart rate and overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues or low potassium levels may cause irregular heart beats and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Azithromycin. Please consult your doctor. Azithromycin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Severe

Vinblastine (Injection Route)

Concomitant use is not recommended. Please consult with your doctor. Azithromycin may raise blood levels of Vinblastine.

Frequently asked questions

What if I give too much of Azitar Suspension by mistake?

Azitar Suspension is unlikely to cause any harm if an extra dose is given by mistake. However, if you think you have given too much of Azitar Suspension to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Are there any possible serious side effects of Azitar Suspension?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Azitar Suspension?

Azitar Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Azitar Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Azitar Suspension?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Which all lab tests should my child undergo while taking Azitar Suspension on a long term basis?

The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.

Can Azitar Suspension impact my child’s digestion?

Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking medicines. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may too get affected. Azitar Suspension may kill off good bacteria along with the bad ones, increasing your child’s risk of developing other infections. So, in case your child is having diarrhea while on Azitar Suspension, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.

Why is Azitar Suspension given for 3 days?

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azitar 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 Azitar Suspension?

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

Is Azitar Suspension a strong antibiotic?

Azitar Suspension is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azitar 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 Azitar Suspension?

Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azitar Suspension. Antibiotics such as Azitar 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 Azitar Suspension or soon after stopping it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aminoglycosides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Uses of Azitar Suspension in children

Benefits of Azitar Suspension for your child

Side effects of Azitar Suspension in children

How can I give Azitar Suspension to my child?

How Azitar Suspension works

All substitutes for Azitar Suspension

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Hydroxyzine (Oral Route)

Pimozide (Oral Route)

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Vinblastine (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

What if I give too much of Azitar Suspension by mistake?

Are there any possible serious side effects of Azitar Suspension?

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Azitar Suspension?

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Azitar Suspension?

Which all lab tests should my child undergo while taking Azitar Suspension on a long term basis?

Can Azitar Suspension impact my child’s digestion?

Why is Azitar Suspension given for 3 days?

What should I avoid while taking Azitar Suspension?

Is Azitar Suspension a strong antibiotic?

Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azitar 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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