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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Azilomb Oral Suspension is used to treat several bacterial infections in children. It contains Azithromycin, which works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thus, it prevents the growth of bacteria. Give this medication to your child as prescribed by the doctor. This medication may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, vomiting, headache, nausea or stomach pain.

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Composition :

AZITHROMYCIN-200MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Azilomb Oral Suspension

Azilomb Oral Suspension is used to treat several bacterial infections of the upper/lower respiratory tract, middle ear, skin and soft tissue. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. 

Azilomb Oral Suspension contains Azithromycin, which works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thus, it prevents the growth of bacteria.

Not every child who is taking Azilomb Oral Suspension will get these side effects. Azilomb Oral Suspension may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, vomiting, headache, nausea or stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Azilomb Oral Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Give Azilomb Oral Suspension to your child as prescribed by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. The Azilomb Oral Suspension should not be given in a dose exceeding the recommended amount to avoid unpleasant side effects.

If your child is allergic to Azilomb Oral Suspension or other medicines, please tell the doctor. Azilomb Oral Suspension should be used only in doses prescribed by a doctor for children. It is recommended that you complete the full course of Azilomb Oral Suspension as prescribed by the doctor, even if your child feels better after a few days.

Uses of Azilomb Oral Suspension

Azilomb Oral Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Azilomb Oral Suspension are as follows:

  • Respiratory Tract Infections: Azilomb Oral Suspension helps treat infections in the lungs, throat, and airways. 
  • Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Azilomb Oral Suspension is effective against bacterial infections affecting the skin and underlying tissues.
  • Eyes, Ear and Sinus Infections: Azilomb Oral Suspension helps in managing bacterial infections in the eyes, ears and sinuses.
  • Pneumonia: Azilomb Oral Suspension is prescribed for treating pneumonia caused by bacterial infections.
  • Urinary Tract Infections: Azilomb Oral Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections in the urinary tract.
  • Infections in Immunocompromised Patients: Azilomb Oral Suspension helps prevent infections in individuals with weakened immune systems.

Directions for Use

  • Azilomb Oral Suspension can be given to your child with or without food.
  • It is usually given once daily at the same time each day.
  • However, follow the doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure effectiveness.
  • Shake the bottle well before each use.
  • Give the prescribed dose to your child by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack.
  • Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly

Medicinal Benefits

  • Azilomb Oral Suspension slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival.
  • It is better tolerated and has more effective tissue penetration than other similar antibiotics like erythromycin.
  • Doctors prescribe Azilomb Oral Suspension for children who are intolerant to penicillin antibiotics.

How Azilomb Oral Suspension Works

Azilomb Oral Suspension contains Azithromycin, which works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thus, it prevents the growth of bacteria.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Azilomb Oral Suspension out of reach and sight of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Azilomb Oral Suspension

Do not exceed the recommended dose. An overdose of Azilomb Oral Suspension can be harmful and may cause adverse events such as loss of hearing, feeling sick or being sick and diarrhoea. If you take more than the prescribed dose accidentally, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or call the doctor immediately. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort.

Drug Warnings

  • Avoid taking Azilomb Oral Suspension if you are allergic to it or other macrolide antibiotics.
  • Tell your doctor if you have any history of liver problems or jaundice.
  • In rare cases, the use of Azilomb Oral Suspension can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Azilomb Oral Suspension and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medication until your doctor advises you to do so.
  • Azilomb Oral Suspension is not recommended for child with pneumonia (a lung disease) who are judged to be inappropriate for oral therapy due to moderate to severe illness or risk factors.
  • It is always important to check the expiry date of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Give probiotics after completing the full course to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed.
  • Probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine. Include fibre-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.
  • Make sure your child drinks plenty of water or other fluids every day.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If your child is suffering from liver disease, inform your doctor before using Azilomb Oral Suspension.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If your child is suffering from kidney disease, inform your doctor before using Azilomb Oral Suspension.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Azilomb Oral Suspension is safe for use in children only if recommended by the physician. It should be used for children in dose and duration as advised by the doctor.

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Heart

Azilomb Oral Suspension should be avoided in children with heart problems unless prescribed by a doctor. It may affect heart rhythm or interact with other cardiac medications, so medical supervision is essential.

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Geriatrics

Not applicable

Azilomb Oral Suspension is specifically for children use and is not meant for geriatric patients.

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FAQs

Azilomb Oral Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the upper/lower respiratory tract, middle ear, skin and soft tissue.

Azilomb Oral Suspension contains Azithromycin which works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thus, it prevents the growth of bacteria.

Azilomb Oral Suspension is not used to treat viral infections. Azilomb Oral Suspension is an antibiotic which is used to treat only bacterial infections.

You are not recommended to stop giving Azilomb Oral Suspension to your child without consulting the doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, use Azilomb Oral Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if your child experiences any difficulty while taking Azilomb Oral Suspension, please consult your doctor.

Azilomb Oral Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections. It does not treat fever, therefore, consult a doctor if your child has a fever. The doctor will prescribe suitable medicines to treat the child’s condition.

Azilomb Oral Suspension helps treat throat infections such as tonsillitis (inflammation of tonsils) and sore throat. Hence, it can be given to the child for treating throat infections if prescribed by the doctor.

If too much of Azilomb Oral Suspension is administered to the child they may feel unwell. Contact the doctor immediately if and take any remaining medicine with you.

Common side effects of Azilomb Oral Suspension include diarrhoea, vomiting, headache, nausea or stomach pain. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Azilomb Oral Suspension may cause serious side effects like severe or prolonged diarrhoea, severe skin rash, low blood pressure, serious skin reactions, rapid or irregular heartbeat, difficulty breathing, sudden wheezing, itching, and swelling of the face.

In some cases, using other medicines at the same time as Azilomb Oral Suspension may cause interactions. Therefore, consult the doctor if you are giving any other medicines to the child during treatment with Azilomb Oral Suspension.

Azilomb Oral Suspension may not affect how your child’s body responds to vaccines. However, it is advised to consult the doctor if the child is due to undergo any vaccination whilst on treatment with Azilomb Oral Suspension.

The doctor may recommend kidney and liver function tests if the child is on long-term treatment with Azilomb Oral Suspension.

Azilomb Oral Suspension may cause indigestion as a side effect and affect the child’s digestion. Include fibre-rich foods, fruits, vegetables and whole grains in the child’s diet. Give the child smaller meals throughout the day as it might help improve digestion.

The duration of treatment depends on the child’s condition. Therefore, stick to the treatment regimen as recommended by the doctor.

Azilomb Oral Suspension is not affected by food or drink. Therefore, it can be given with or without food.

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

163-J, Sector-3, Hsiidc, Karnal 132001 Haryana (India)
Other Info - AZ28146

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