Azithral XL 200 Oral Liquid

Azithral XL 200 liquid is an antibiotic that contains azithromycin as its active ingredient. This medicine is designed for children's use only. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of various parts of the body like ears, throat, lungs, skin, soft tissues, urinary tract, etc.

This medicine works by killing the bacteria responsible for the infection. It is very important to complete the course of this antibiotic medicine as prescribed by the doctor. Do not skip a dose or consume it more than that recommended by the doctor.

Do not stop taking Azithral liquid 200 on your own as it can lead to antibiotic resistance and recurrence of infection.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose may be diarrhoea, loss of hearing, feeling sick. Immediately inform your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

You Should never miss your dose of antibiotic medicine and complete the entire course for effective treatment. If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

This medicine works by inhibiting the growth and killing of bacteria responsible for causing infection.

Directions for Use

• Take it as instructed by your doctor, it can be taken with or without food.
• Shake it well before use.
• Use a measuring cup, spoon or dropper for the exact quantity.
• Do not consume it directly from the bottle.
• Complete the course of antibiotic medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• The child has any kind of kidney disease or kidney failure.
• The child may experience severe skin allergies such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome after taking this medicine, experience a side effect called encephalopathy, which makes you feel confused, unconscious, less alert and causes difficulty in movement and fits.
• Your child is suffering from a condition called haemolytic anaemia (a type of anaemia where the red blood cells are broken down faster than they are formed).

Contraindications

If you have any allergic reactions to it or any other antibiotic from the same class as erythromycin.

Side effects

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Pricking and tingling sensation
• Impaired sense of taste and vision
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea, vomiting
• Stomach pain or cramps, indigestion
• Skin rashes, an urge to scratch
• Eating disorder or fear of gaining weight
• Tiredness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Antacids should be taken with a minimum gap of one hour with this medicine.
• Medicines used for migraine headaches such as ergotamine should not be used concomitantly.
• Tell your doctor about any other medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are currently taking to avoid any interactions. Because sometimes Azithral XL 200 liquid may affect the way other medicines work and other medicines may affect how Azithral XL 200 liquid works, if taken at the same time.
• Other medicines which should be used with caution are immunosuppressants like cyclosporin, medicines used during heart failure like digoxin, anti-gout medicines like colchicine, blood thinners such as warfarin, etc.

Storage and disposal

• It should be stored at room temperature, away from direct sunlight or heat.
• Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
• Do not take this medicine after its expiry date which is mentioned on the medicine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop taking Azithral XL 200 liquid if I feel better?

No, it may decrease the effectiveness of treatment and will increase the resistance of bacteria. Always inform your doctor if you want to stop the treatment.

I am allergic to clarithromycin, can I take azithromycin?

• No, you should not take this medicine if you have an allergy to clarithromycin. You should also never take other medicines from the same class of antibiotics (macrolides) eg. Clarithromycin, Erythromycin, Roxithromycin, Azithromycin and
• Fidaxomicin.

What is the use of Azithral XL 200 liquid?

It is used for serious bacterial infections of the eyes, ears, lungs, throat, airways and soft tissues. It is also used for the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia.

Can I take Azithral XL 200 liquid for fever?

It is an antibiotic medicine and is not effective for controlling general fever. However, it is used in the treatment of enteric or typhoid fever due to bacterial infection known as salmonella.

Can I use Azithral XL 200 liquid tablet for throat infection or cough?

A throat infection can be either due to a bacterial or viral infection. Do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor.

How do you take Azithral liquid 200?

• Take it as instructed by your doctor, it can be taken with or without food.
• Shake it well before use.
• Use a measuring cup, spoon or dropper for the exact quantity.
• Do not consume it directly from the bottle.

Is Azithral liquid 200 an antibiotic?

Yes, Azithra liquid 200 is an antibiotic medicine that is used for the treatment of bacterial infections in various parts of the body like ears, throat, lungs, skin, soft tissues, urinary tract, etc.