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Azmox 500 mg Capsule

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Uses of Azmox Capsule

Azmox 500 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in bacterial infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).

Azmox Capsule side effects

Common
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhoea

How to use Azmox Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Azmox 500 mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Azmox Capsule works

Azmox 500 mg Capsule is an antibiotic. It works 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.

Azmox Capsule related warnings

Alcohol
SAFE
It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Azmox 500 mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE
Azmox 500 mg Capsule is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
SAFE
Azmox 500 mg Capsule is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Azmox 500 mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
Azmox 500 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azmox 500 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Azmox 500 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azmox 500 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you miss a dose of Azmox Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Azmox 500 mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Expert Advice

  • Your doctor has prescribed Azmox 500 mg Capsule to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
  • Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Azmox 500 mg Capsule.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking Azmox 500 mg Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Interaction with Drugs

Taking Azmox with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Glimepiride
Brand(s): Euroglip, Pridex MG, Glimpee
MODERATE
Glipizide
Brand(s): Glunase
MODERATE
Gliclazide
Brand(s): Diabic, Glywin
MODERATE
Quetiapine
Brand(s): Quitsun, Qutec, Qutipin
MINOR
Amisulpride
Brand(s): Stozen, Sulpigold
MINOR
Fluphenazine
Brand(s): Medipax
MINOR
Ziprasidone
Brand(s): Zipris
MINOR
Aripiprazole
Brand(s): Arifril
MINOR
Loxapine
Brand(s): Loxaris, Loxacon
MINOR
Haloperidol
Brand(s): Norma, Cizonil
MINOR
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Patient Concerns

Questions Related to Azmox

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Dr. Waseem Mirza
Sexologist
u shouldn't take antibiotics without prescription, for simple cold n cough take syp corex-Dx 1 tsf tid, for cold DO STEAM INHALAION TWICE DAILY, WARM SALINE GARGLES, AVOID EXPOSURE TO COLD,TAKE REST tab levocet 1 tab bd for 5 days, take healthy diet to boost ur immunity comprising of proteins, vitamins particularly vit C, take plenty of fluids if not better in 3 days consult physician hope this helps, antibiotics are reserved only for bacterial infections , most cold like illnesses are viral so no need of antibiotics
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Child Specialist
Cefixime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.More common: Diarrhea loose or frequent stools Less common: Abdominal or stomach pain agitation black, tarry stools bleeding gums blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin blood in the urine or stools and many more rare side effects
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FAQs

Q. Is Azmox safe?
Azmox is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Azmox an antibiotic?
Yes, Azmox is an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of antibiotics known as macrolides. It can be used to treat bacterial sinusitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, pneumonia and many other if caused by micro-organisms sensitive to Azmox. It should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor.
Q. Can the use of Azmox cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Azmox 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.
Q. How long does Azmox takes to work?
Usually, Azmox starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Azmox?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Azmox when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Azmox and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Azmox cause infertility?
There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Azmox will cause infertility in males or females.

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