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Covaz Tablet is used to treat various bacterial infections such as respiratory system (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. It contains Azithromycin, which stops the growth of bacteria. It may cause some common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Covaz Tablet
Covaz Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis, acne, ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection.
Covaz Tablet contains azithromycin, which slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. Covaz Tablet does not treat a viral infection like the flu or a common cold.
Not everyone who is taking Covaz Tablet will get these side effects. Some common side effects of Covaz Tablet are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. These side effects are temporary and may resolve on their own over time. However, if these side effects persist, don't hesitate to contact your doctor.
Covaz Tablet 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. The Covaz Tablet should not be consumed in a dose exceeding the recommended amount to avoid unpleasant side effects. Also, the course should be completed even if you feel better.
Inform your physician if you are allergic to Covaz Tablet, or have any history of liver problems, muscle problems, arrhythmia, or low potassium or magnesium levels. Avoid too much exposure to sunlight as Covaz Tablet 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. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Covaz Tablet.
Uses of Covaz Tablet
Covaz Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Covaz Tablet are as follows:
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Alcohol
Consult your doctor
It is unknown whether Covaz Tablet interacts with alcohol or not. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are alcoholic before taking Covaz Tablet.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
There is insufficient information available about the use of Covaz Tablet during pregnancy. Therefore you should not use Covaz Tablet during pregnancy unless explicitly advised by your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Covaz Tablet is partially passed through the mother’s milk, therefore it should not be used if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Caution
There are no data available about the influence of Covaz Tablet on the ability to drive or operate machines. However, Covaz Tablet may cause dizziness and seizures so make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.
Liver
Consult your doctor
You should tell your doctor if you have liver problems as your doctor may need to alter the normal dose.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
You should tell your doctor if you have kidney problems as your doctor may need to alter the normal dose.
Children
Caution
Covaz Tablet is not recommended for children less than 6 months of age as the safety and efficacy are not established. For children above 6 months of age, Covaz Tablet can be used if the doctor has prescribed it.
Heart
Caution
Caution should be exercised while taking Covaz Tablet in patients with heart disease. Inform your physician on priority if you/your child have chest discomfort, palpitations or irregular heartbeat. Your physician may adjust the dose of the medicine based on your health condition.
Geriatrics
Safe if prescribed
Covaz Tablet is safe for use in geriatric patients if recommended by the physician. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of medicine.
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Covaz Tablet 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 Covaz Tablet. These antacids can interact with Covaz Tablet and make them less effective when taken at the same time.
Never stop the treatment with Covaz Tablet on your own as the infection may come back again (relapse) if the prescribed treatment is not completely taken. Before stopping Covaz Tablet once discuss this with your doctor.
If you forget to take Covaz Tablet, 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
Covaz Tablet 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 Covaz Tablet 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 Covaz Tablet.
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 Covaz Tablet may get a fungal skin infection known as thrush. It happens because Covaz Tablet also kills harmless bacteria that protects against thrush.
Covaz Tablet 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.
Covaz Tablet can be taken with or without food.
Covaz Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. In some cases, the use of Covaz Tablet can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Covaz Tablet and call your doctor.
Covaz Tablet may interact with anti-emetics, neuroleptics, migraine medicines, statins, anticholinergics and anti-gout medicines. Before starting Covaz Tablet, let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines to prevent interactions.
Store Covaz Tablet at room temperature, in a cool and dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Covaz Tablet include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Please consult the doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
Covaz Tablet slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival.
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