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About Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension

Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension belongs to a group of medicines known as macrolide antibiotics. It is used to treat various respiratory system bacterial infections (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.

Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension should not be consumed more than the recommended dose, to avoid unpleasant side effects. And also, the course should be completed even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic. Some common side effects of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. An allergic reaction such as rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.

Tell your doctor if you have liver problems, muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). You should consult a doctor if you have had diarrhoea for more than four days. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension harms the baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. Contacting a doctor before using Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is better. Avoid too much exposure to sunlight as Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension can make your skin sensitive to sunburn. In this case, it is advisable to wear protective clothing or apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Uses of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension

Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Dispersible Tablet: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.Suspension/Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup.Powder/granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the powder/granules in water, mix well and drink immediately.

Medicinal Benefits

Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. It prevents and treats bacterial infections like throat and sinus infections, chest infections (like bronchitis and pneumonia), ear infections, mouth and dental infections, eye infections, skin and tissue infections (like acne), and stomach and intestinal infections. It is better tolerated and has more effective tissue penetration than other similar antibiotics like erythromycin. Doctors prescribe Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension for people who are intolerant to penicillin antibiotics. Besides this, it also helps prevent infection following burns, surgery or dental procedure, sexually transmitted infections, bone infections or scarlet fever (bacterial illness with strep throat).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension

  • Diarrhoea
  • Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting)
  • Stomach cramps
  • Loss of appetite
  • Bloating
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you have liver problems (jaundice), muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). In rare cases, the use of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension harms the baby during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before using Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension. Do not take Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension if allergic to azithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics. Inform the doctor if you are using cholesterol-lowering drugs (statins like simvastatin, lovastatin etc.), anti-gout or anti-arthritis drugs (colchicine) and medicine for treating overactive bladder (tolterodine). Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension is not recommended for the patients with pneumonia who are judged to be inappropriate for oral therapy due to moderate to severe illness or risk factors.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AzithromycinZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Co-administration of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Ziprasidone and Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinDofetilide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Taking Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml with dofetilide may increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml alongside dofetilide can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, get medical treatment immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinVandetanib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Taking Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml with vandetanib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm. If you're dealing with other cardiac illnesses, electrolyte imbalances (for example, magnesium or potassium loss likely due to serious or prolonged diarrhoea or vomiting), you may be at greater risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml alongside vandetanib can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
AzithromycinPanobinostat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Taking Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml with Panobinostat increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml alongside Panobinostat can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
AzithromycinEdoxaban
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Taking Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml along with edoxaban may raise the blood levels of edoxaban. This increases the possibility of significant or serious bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Though administration of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml alongside edoxaban can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have any unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, you should seek immediate medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinColchicine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Coadministration of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml with colchicine may raise colchicine levels in the blood to undesirable levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant administration of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml alongside colchicine can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Inform your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms: stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, muscular pain, weakness, exhaustion, and/or numbness or tingling in your hands and feet. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinProtamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml increases the levels of protamine in the blood, which may increase its effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Protamine and Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml together may cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Taking Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml with ceritinib may increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml alongside ceritinib can result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinSotalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Using Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml together with sotalol can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml alongside sotalol can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
AzithromycinAmisulpride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml:
Taking amisulpride with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Though using amisulpride and Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension 15 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, get medical treatment immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Thus fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
  • Avoid taking too much calcium enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension in fighting off infections.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

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FAQs

Do not take antacids that contain aluminium or magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours before or after you take Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension. These antacids can interact with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension and make them less effective when taken at the same time.

Never stop the treatment with Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension on your own as the infection may come back again (relapse) if the prescribed treatment is not completely taken. Before stopping Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension once discuss this with your doctor.

If you forget to take Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension, take your dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, just skip that dose and take the next one when it is due. If in doubt, please contact your doctor. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose

Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension contains lactose monohydrate so if you have intolerance towards sugars, consult your doctor before starting Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension.

Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension can cause diarrhoea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.

You should avoid taking Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension if you have colitis (intestine inflammation), heart rhythm disorder, liver disease (like jaundice), and muscle problem (like myasthenia gravis). Contact your doctor if you have these conditions before taking Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension.

No, it is a Schedule H drug that can be taken only if your doctor has prescribed it. Taking it on your own or self-medication can cause unwanted side-effects and lead to antibiotic resistance thereby lowering its efficiency.

Yes in some cases, people using Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension may get a fungal skin infection known as thrush. It happens because Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension also kills harmless bacteria that protects against thrush.

Clinical evidence suggests that Zithrox 100 Rediuse Suspension does not affect the working of any oral birth control pills and contraceptives devices.

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  • COLCHICINE

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.

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