Azita 250mg Suspension is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

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Azita 250mg Suspension is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.

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Azita suspension uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in bacterial infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia).

How azita suspension works

Azita 250mg Suspension 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.

Common side effects of azita suspension

Diarrhea, Headache, Vomiting, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Palpitations, Chest pain, Indigestion, Flatulence, Dark colored stool, Vaginal moniliasis, Vaginal inflammation, Fatigue, Rash, Itching, Photosensitivity, Nephritis, Dizziness, Vertigo, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin)

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Expert advice FOR Azita Suspension

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 Azithromycin.
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 and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

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Q. Is Azita 250mg Suspension safe?

Azita 250mg Suspension is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. What if I don't get better?

You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Azita 250mg Suspension. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Q. Can the use of Azita 250mg Suspension cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Azita 250mg Suspension 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. Can Azita 250mg Suspension be taken at night?

Azita 250mg Suspension is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Azita 250mg Suspension exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.

Q. How long does it take Azita 250mg Suspension to work?

Azita 250mg Suspension starts working within a few hours of taking it. You may notice an improvement in symptoms after a few days. Do not stop taking the medicine without completing the course mentioned by your doctor. Stopping the medicine without consulting your doctor may cause the infection to come back which may be more difficult to treat.

Q. Why is Azita 250mg Suspension given for 3 days?

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azita 250mg 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 regime advised by your doctor.

Q. What should I avoid while taking Azita 250mg Suspension?

Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azita 250mg Suspension should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azita 250mg Suspension. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Azita 250mg Suspension increases the risk of sunburn.

Q. Is Azita 250mg Suspension a strong antibiotic?

Azita 250mg Suspension is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azita 250mg 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.

Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azita 250mg Suspension?

Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azita 250mg Suspension. Antibiotics such as Azita 250mg 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 Azita 250mg Suspension or soon after stopping it.

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