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Azithromycin + Ambroxol
INFORMATION ABOUT AZITHROMYCIN + AMBROXOL
Azithromycin + Ambroxol Uses
Azithromycin+Ambroxol is used in the treatment of respiratory tract infection.
How Azithromycin + Ambroxol works
Azithromycin + Ambroxol is a combination of two medicines: Azithromycin and Ambroxol which treat respiratory tract infection associated with excessive mucus (phlegm). Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins which are required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Addition of Ambroxol enhances the antibacterial effect of Azithromycin .
Common side effects of Azithromycin + Ambroxol
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
Nausea, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Allergic reaction
CONTENT DETAILS
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Written By
Dr. Nitika Makhija
MDS, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
12 Apr 2021 | 10:22 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Azithromycin + Ambroxol
- Take your medication timely to maintain steady levels in your body.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Azithromycin + Ambroxol.
- 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 Azithromycin + Ambroxol and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Frequently asked questions for Azithromycin + Ambroxol
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.
No, do not stop taking Azithromycin+Ambroxol and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Take Azithromycin+Ambroxol as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.