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azithromycin<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Azithromycin, the active substance in Azithromycin Krka, belongs to a group of antibiotics called macrolides. The drug is used to treat various infections including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Azithromycin contained in Azithromycin Krka may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information. Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.
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Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Azithromycin Krka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Severe hypersensitivity reactions with swelling of the face, mouth and tongue (sometimes fatal) have been reported in rare cases. If such symptoms occur, stop taking Azithromycin Krka and contact a doctor immediately<\/strong>. Antibiotics can cause diarrhea, which can be a sign of severe intestinal inflammation. If you experience diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call a doctor<\/strong> immediately. Do not use any stopping medicine for diarrhea unless your doctor has recommended it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Azithromycin Krka film-coated tablets are not<\/strong> suitable for infants or young children (under 2 years) or children and adolescents (up to 17 years) weighing less than 45 kg<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For information on administering Azithromycin Krka to children and adolescents over 45 kg, see section 3 \u201cHow to take Azithromycin Krka\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is especially important that you tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The tablets should be taken with water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This medicine can be taken with or without food as it does not affect the absorption of azithromycin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should not use this medicine during pregnancy or breast-feeding<\/strong> unless your doctor tells you to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This medicine may cause dizziness. You should avoid driving or using machines if you feel dizzy. You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention. One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or side effects. Descriptions of these effects and side effects can be found in other sections. Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) sodium per dose , ie essentially ‘sodium-free’. Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure. Children and adolescents weighing less than 45 kg:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The tablets are not recommended. Children and adolescents weighing less than 45 kg should use other forms of azithromycin-containing medicines. Patients with kidney or liver problems:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems as your doctor may need to change your normal dose . Dosage for the elderly:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Elderly people can take the same dose as adults. How to take this medicine:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Swallow the tablets without chewing them, with water. This medicine can be taken with or without food as it does not affect the absorption of azithromycin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose , skip the missed dose and take the next one when it is time for your next dose .<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not stop taking the tablets until the whole course is complete, even if you feel better. It is important for you to continue taking the tablets as directed by your doctor. If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. If you get any of the following side effects , stop your treatment immediately and contact your doctor or go to the nearest emergency department. You may have had a rare severe allergic reaction to the tablets:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The following side effects have been reported: Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1000 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Very rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n No known frequency (cannot be calculated from the available data)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The following side effects have been reported with prophylactic treatment against Mycobacterium Avium Complex (MAC): Very common (affects more than 1 in 10 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Common (affects up to 1 in 10 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Uncommon in up to 1 in 100 people)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency, www.lakemedelsverket.se. By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month. No special storage instructions. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 250 mg: The film-coated tablets are white to off-white, capsule-shaped (length: 13.8 mm-14.2 mm, width: 6.3 mm-6.7 mm), marked with \u201cS19\u201d on one side and without marking on other side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 500 mg: The film-coated tablets are white to off-white, capsule-shaped (length: 16.7 mm-17.3 mm, width: 8.2 mm-8.8 mm), marked with \u201cS5\u201d on one side and with a notch on other side. The tablet can be divided into two equal doses . 250 mg: Cartons of 4 and 6 film-coated tablets in blisters are available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 500 mg: Cartons of 2, 3 and 30 film-coated tablets in blisters are available. 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Other medicines and Azithromycin Krka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Azithromycin Krka with food, drink, and alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/p>\n\n\n\n3. How to use Azithromycin Krka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\nTreatment for;<\/td> Dosage<\/td><\/tr> acute bacterial infection you in the sinuses,acute bacterial ear infections,infection is in the throat or throat,acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic tracheal catarrh ,mild to moderate pneumonia ,mild to moderate infection in the skin and soft tissues<\/td> 500 mg once daily for 3 days with a total dose of 1,500 mg.or500 mg as a single dose on the first day and 250 mg once daily on days 2\u20135, with a total dose of 1,500 mg<\/td><\/tr> infection of the cervix or urethra caused by Chlamydia trachomatis<\/em><\/td> 1,000 mg as a single dose<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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