Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medication. It is commonly given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the ear, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and gastrointestinal tract.

Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension in children

Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Azikind

Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Nausea

How can I give Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Azikind Oral Suspension works

Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension is an antibiotic. It works by interfering with the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to perform important functions. By doing so, it stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading.

Safety advice

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Discontinue immediately if signs or symptoms of hepatitis like vomiting, paleness, weakness are observed.

What if I forget to give Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember, but at least 12 hours before the next dose is due.

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Quick tips

Your child must complete the entire course of this medicine. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Give Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension will not be effective for viral infections. However, the doctor may prescribe this medicine in case of a secondary bacterial infection. So make sure to speak to your child’s doctor first.
Only give Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Stop the medicine and contact the doctor immediately if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, and breathing difficulties soon after the intake.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Stop taking Azikind XL 100mg Oral Suspension and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Macrolides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

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