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Azigrip Syrup Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

AZITHROMYCIN-100MG

Uses:

<p>Azigrip Syrup is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Azigrip Syrup are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Treatment of Bacterial Infections:</strong> Azigrip Syrup is commonly prescribed for managing bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis.</li><li><strong>Skin and Soft Tissue Infections:</strong> Azigrip Syrup effectively treats skin conditions like cellulitis and other soft tissue infections caused by bacteria that respond to this medication.</li><li><strong>Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): </strong>Azigrip Syrup is widely used in the treatment of STIs such as Chlamydia and gonorrhea, due to its efficacy against the bacteria responsible for these diseases.</li><li><strong>Ear Infections (Otitis Media): </strong>Azigrip Syrup is also employed in the treatment of otitis media, a middle ear infection often seen in children, to alleviate symptoms and combat the infection.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Azigrip Syrup 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 Azigrip Syrup for people who are intolerant to penicillin antibiotics. 

FAQs

Azigrip Syrup is used to treat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. It works by killing the harmful bacteria.

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

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

If you forget to take Azigrip Syrup, 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

Azigrip Syrup 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 Azigrip Syrup 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 Azigrip Syrup.

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 Azigrip Syrup may get a fungal skin infection known as thrush. It happens because Azigrip Syrup also kills harmless bacteria that protects against thrush.

Azigrip Syrup is an effective antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections. It has a broad spectrum of anti-bacterial activity and is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

Azigrip Syrup can be taken with or without food.

Azigrip Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. In some cases, the use of Azigrip Syrup can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Azigrip Syrup and call your doctor.

Azigrip Syrup may interact with anti-emetics, neuroleptics, migraine medicines, statins, anticholinergics and anti-gout medicines. Before starting Azigrip Syrup, let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines to prevent interactions.

Store Azigrip Syrup at room temperature, in a cool and dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

Side effects of Azigrip Syrup include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Please consult the doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.

Azigrip Syrup slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival.