Azivent-XL 200mg Rediuse Oral Suspension (Azithromycin 200mg)

INTRODUCTION

AZIVENT XL 200MG contain Azithromycin which belongs to a group of medicine called macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat infections caused by micro-organisms such as bacteria including chest, throat or nasal infection, ear infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted diseases and infection of the tube that carries urine from the bladder (urethra) or the neck of the womb (cervix).

AZIVENT XL 200MG is a broad-spectrum type of antibiotic. It is effective in killing many types of gram-positive bacteria, some types of gram-negative bacteria and other microorganisms. This medicine is not suitable for use in children under the age of one year. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

USES OF AZIVENT XL 200MG

Treat bacterial infections such as

• Chest, throat, or nasal infections (such as bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis, sore throat, and sinusitis)
• Ear infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections (such as abscess or boil)
• Sexually transmitted diseases caused by Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoea
• Urethra and cervix infections caused by chlamydia

HOW AZIVENT XL 200MG WORKS

AZIVENT XL 200MG inhibits the synthesis of essential protein required by bacteria to grow and multiply and thus prevents the infection from spreading.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take AZIVENT XL 200MG exactly as your doctor has told you. Shake well before use.

SIDE EFFECTS OF AZIVENT XL 200MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or juice, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any medicines without speaking to a doctor.

Stomach pain:

Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly and smaller and frequent meals. Applying a heat pad or covered hot water bottle on your stomach may also help. If still pain persists, speak to your doctor.

Nausea and Vomiting:

Try taking this medicine with, or just after meal. Stick to simple meals. Do not eat rich or spicy food.

Headache:

Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.

Dizziness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.