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AZITHROMYCIN-200MG
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
ANTI- BACTERIALS
India
Other Info - MIC0469

FAQs

Do not take antacids that contain aluminium or magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours before or after you take Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml. These antacids can interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml and make them less effective when taken at the same time.
Never stop the treatment with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml on your own as the infection may come back again (relapse) if the prescribed treatment is not completely taken. Before stopping Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml once discuss this with your doctor.
If you forget to take Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml, 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
Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml contains lactose monohydrate so if you have intolerance towards sugars, consult your doctor before starting Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml.
Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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 Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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 Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml.
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 Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml may get a fungal skin infection known as thrush. It happens because Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml also kills harmless bacteria that protects against thrush.
Clinical evidence suggests that Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml does not affect the working of any oral birth control pills and contraceptives devices.
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Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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.

Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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. Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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 Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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 Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml harms the baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. Contacting a doctor before using Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is better. Avoid too much exposure to sunlight as Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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.

Bacterial infections

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Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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 Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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).

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 Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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.
  • Diarrhoea
  • Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting)
  • Stomach cramps
  • Loss of appetite
  • Bloating
  • Indigestion

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 Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml harms the baby during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before using Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml. Do not take Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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). Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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.

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AzithromycinZiprasidone
Critical
AzithromycinHaloperidol
Severe
AzithromycinZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Ziprasidone and Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 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.
AzithromycinHaloperidol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with Haloperidol can increase the risk of developing irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with Haloperidol together can result in an interaction, but 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.
AzithromycinAmiodarone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with amiodarone may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and increases the blood levels of Amiodarone.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with amiodarone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinRibociclib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Taking Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with ribociclib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml alongside ribociclib 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.
AzithromycinMoxifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Taking Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with Moxifloxacin increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml alongside Moxifloxacin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
AzithromycinDisopyramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Taking Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with disopyramide may raise the risk of a possibly abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml alongside Disopyramide can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid or pounding heartbeats, get medical treatment immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AzithromycinPapaverine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Taking Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with papaverine increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml alongside papaverine 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.
AzithromycinColchicine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with colchicine may raise colchicine levels in the blood to undesirable levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant administration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 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.
AzithromycinPanobinostat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Taking Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with Panobinostat increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 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.
AzithromycinThioridazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml:
Taking Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml with thioridazine increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although administration of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml alongside thioridazine 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 rapid heartbeat, get medical help immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.
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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.
  • DOMPERIDONE
  • PIMOZIDE
  • AMISULPRIDE
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • TOLTERODINE
  • COLCHICINE
No
  • It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml 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 Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Microbact-XL 200 Redimed Suspension 30 ml in fighting off infections.

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