Azilide (Azithromycin)
Brand Name: Azilide
Generic Name: Azithromycin
Manufacturer/Agent: Micro-labs Ltd
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 500mg
Pack size: 3
Trade Price: KES 402.00
Retail Price: @ KES 178.67
Class: Antibacterials: Macrolides (Anti-infectives)
Mechanism of Action:
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Molecular Formulae: C38H72O12N2.H2O = 785.0
Precautions: Pregnancy and lactation. hypersensitivity to macrolide antibiotics.
Indications/Uses: Sensitive microorganisms in respiratory tract, skin and soft tissue, genital clamydial infections; otitis media. 500mg once daily for 3 days, on empty stomach.
Interactions: Antacids. digoxin. warfarin. terfenadine. theophylline.
Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal upset. elevation of liver enzymes. cholestatic jaundice. dizziness. somnolence.