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Azikid drug has the main ingredient is the antibiotic Azithromycin and other excipients in a sufficient amount. This antibiotic is indicated for use in infections caused by susceptible bacteria. To use the drug effectively, patients need to carefully read the instructions and consult with the doctor, pharmacist for advice.
1. What is Azikid?
What is Azikid drug? Azikid drug has the main ingredient is the antibiotic Azithromycin and other excipients in a sufficient amount. This antibiotic is indicated for use in infections caused by susceptible bacteria such as lower respiratory tract infections including pneumonia, bronchitis, skin and soft tissue infections, pneumonia. middle ear , upper respiratory tract infections such as pharyngitis , sinusitis or tonsillitis .
1.1. Composition of the vial of Azikid A vial of 11g of powdered medicine for oral suspension has the following ingredients:
Azithromycin with a content of 600mg, used in the form of Azithromycin. Other excipients include lactose, PVP, croscarmellose sodium, strawberry flavor, aspartame, vanillin, colloidal anhydrous silica just enough for 1 vial. In addition, this drug also has a dosage form of Azikid powder 200mg.
1.2. Effects of the main active ingredient Azithromycin Main active ingredient Azithromycin is an antibiotic belonging to the Macrolide group, with a broad spectrum of action. This active ingredient exhibits a strong bactericidal effect through binding to the ribosomes of bacteria, thereby, hindering their protein synthesis, making it impossible for bacteria to grow. Through the pharmacological action of the main active ingredient Azithromycin, Azikid has a bactericidal effect on both Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria such as streptococci, pneumococci, staphylococcus aureus, gram-negative bacilli. Enterobacter, Salmonella, E. coli,...
2. What effect does Azikid have?
What does Azikid do? Azikid is indicated for use in the treatment of the following conditions:
Azithromycin is indicated for use in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible bacteria such as lower respiratory tract infections including pneumonia. bronchitis, pneumonia, skin and soft tissue infections, otitis media, upper respiratory tract infections, specifically sinusitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis. In sexually transmitted infections of both men and women, Azithromycin is used to treat uncomplicated genital tract infections caused by Chlamydia trachomatis or non-multiresistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
3. Usage and dosage of Azikid
Usage and dosage of Azikid as follows:
3.1. How to use Azikid Drug Azikid is a powder mixed with oral suspension, suitable for oral use. You should take the medicine once a day about 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating. Users need to add boiled water to the vial until the marked line (15ml) and then shake well. 3.2. Dosage of the drug Azikid Dosage for adults: use a single dose of 1g Azikid in the treatment of genital infections. In other indications, the drug is used at a dose of 500mg once on the first day and used as a single dose of 250mg/day for the next 4 days. Dosage for children: use at a dose of 10mg/kg on the first day of using Azikid, then use a therapeutic dose of 5mg/kg per day for the next 4 days. Note: When taking the medicine, you need to use a cup to measure the suspension according to the correct dose and need to shake it well before use. At the same time, you do not arbitrarily change the dosage without the permission of the treating doctor.
4. In case of passing/forgotten dose of Azikid
Cases of drug overdose: Currently, there are no reports of overdose when using Azikid. If the user falls into a life-threatening emergency, you need to take the initiative to quickly bring the patient to the nearest medical facility for treatment. In case of missed dose: In case the user forgets a dose, it should be taken as soon as possible when remembering. However, it should be noted that it is not advisable to double the therapeutic dose at the next use without a doctor's prescription.
5. Undesirable effects of the drug Azikid
During the use of Azikid, patients may experience some unwanted side effects such as nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache, dizziness, dizziness, rash. skin, rash, itching, diarrhea, drowsiness, difficulty breathing, jaundice, abnormal bleeding,...
If the person using Azikid drug, the patient experiences the above symptoms or any other unusual manifestations It is necessary to notify the treating physician for advice on reducing the dose or for guidance on the most appropriate management.
6. Azikid drug interactions
Interactions of Azikid drugs may occur during use as follows:
Do not use Azikid together with ergot. This is because this combination can increase the potential for toxicity. Some other drugs that appear to interact with Azikid drugs should be noted when used together are Digoxin, Cyclosporin. To ensure your own safety, you need to list and inform your doctor about the products, drugs, herbs, and supplements that you are using before taking Azikid.
7. Some notes when using Azikid
During the use of Azikid, patients should pay attention to the following issues:
7.1. Contraindications of Azikid Do not use Azikid in case the patient is allergic or sensitive to the antibiotic Azithromycin, other antibiotics of the macrolide group or any of the substances contained in this medicine. Azikid should not be used in children under 6 months of age. If you have any questions about contraindications to taking the drug, consult your treating doctor for more detailed information. 7.2. Attention and caution when using Azikid drug Attention and caution when using Azikid drug in the following cases:
Be careful when using Azikid drug for patients with severe liver and kidney function impairment. Signs of superinfection by bacteria that are not susceptible to the drug should be observed. Use of the drug in pregnant women and nursing mothers: Currently, there are not many clinical studies on the effects of Azikid on the health of mothers, fetuses and nursing babies. Therefore, you need to be careful when using this drug on pregnant women and nursing mothers. If you intend to use Azikid, you need to seek the advice of your doctor or medical professional. Using the drug with people who drive or operate machines: Azikid should not be used in cases where the patient needs to do jobs that require high concentration such as driving or operating machinery. The reason is that this drug causes common unwanted effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness or headache that affect the ability to perform the tasks mentioned above. Store Azikid in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Keep Azikid out of reach of children and household pets.
Above is all information about Azikid drug, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Azikid to treat diseases at home, because there may be unwanted side effects on health.
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