Aziway 100mg Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is aziway 100mg syrup used for?
Aziway 100mg Syrup contains Azithromycin, a macrolide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections like respiratory tract infections, ear infections, and skin infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
- Generic Name: Azithromycin
- Manufacturer: Sunwin Healthcare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ aziway 100mg syrup Uses & Benefits
Respiratory tract infections, Skin and soft tissue infections, Otitis media, Pharyngitis/tonsillitis, Urethritis/cervicitis due to Chlamydia trachomatis, Mycobacterium avium complex prophylaxis in HIV
Off-label uses: Acute exacerbation of COPD, Non-gonococcal urethritis, Pertussis, Babesiosis (with atovaquone)
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Azithromycin |
| Brand Name | Azee 500 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Sunwin Healthcare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Macrolides |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Binds to 50S ribosomal subunit, inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take aziway 100mg syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of aziway 100mg syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- QT prolongation
- Torsades de pointes
- Severe allergic reactions
- Hepatotoxicity
- Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hearing loss (reversible)
- Acute interstitial nephritis
- Pancreatitis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Increased digoxin levels |
| Antacids | Moderate | Reduced azithromycin absorption |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin (increased INR)
- Ergot derivatives (ergotism)
- Nelfinavir (increased azithromycin levels)
โก Moderate Interactions
- Digoxin (increased digoxin levels)
- Cyclosporine (increased cyclosporine levels)
- Antacids (decreased absorption)
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Theophylline (minor increase)
- Triazolam (minor increase)
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Take on empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after food) for optimal absorption; food may decrease absorption slightly.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No direct interaction; but alcohol may increase gastrointestinal side effects.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to azithromycin or any macrolide antibiotic, History of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction with prior azithromycin use, QT prolongation or concurrent use of QT-prolonging agents
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Liver function tests (LFT), ECG for QT interval if at risk, Signs of hypersensitivity
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Lactation: Limited data; caution advised. Excreted in breast milk in small amounts.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; no specific antidote. Monitor ECG for QT prolongation.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose. Do not double dose.
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.