Zycin Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Azithromycin

Indications/Uses

Upper & lower resp tract, skin & soft structure infections. Nongonococcal urethritis & cervicitis due to Chlamydia trachomatis.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult, elderly & childn >16 yr Resp tract, skin & skin structure infections Day 1: 500 mg daily as a single dose. Day 2-5: 250 mg daily. Nongonococcal urethritis & cervicitis 100 mg daily as a single dose.

Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to erythromycin, azithromycin & other macrolides. Impaired liver function.

Special Precautions

Childn <16 yr.

Adverse Reactions

Allergic reactions, acute interstitial nephritis, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence, melena, cholestatic jaundice, palpitation, chest pain, monilliasis, vaginitis, nephritis, dizziness, headache, vertigo, drowsiness, fatigue, reversible increased transaminase.

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Drug Interactions

Antacids, antihistamines, theophylline, anticoagulant, carbamazepine, cyclosporines, digoxin.

MIMS Class

Macrolides

ATC Classification

J01FA10 - azithromycin ; Belongs to the class of macrolides. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Zycin cap 500 mg

Packing/Price

3's

Zycin

azithromycin

Manufacturer:

Interbat