Azithral Jr Suspension

Azithromycin (40mg/ml)

Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as acute bacterial sinusitis, pharyngitis/tonsillitis, otitis media (ear infection), acute bronchitis and community-acquired pneumonia, and skin/soft tissue infections

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit. This stops bacterial growth and helps the immune system clear the infection.

Oral suspension. Shake well before use. Measure the dose with a calibrated spoon/syringe and give as prescribed by the doctor; usually once daily. May be taken with or without food (take with food if stomach upset occurs). Complete the full course even if symptoms improve.

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion, headache, dizziness, rash

Prescription-only (Schedule H). Use only for bacterial infections (not for viral cold/flu). Inform doctor if there is liver disease, history of jaundice with antibiotics, heart rhythm problems/QT prolongation, electrolyte imbalance, myasthenia gravis, or severe diarrhea. Seek medical help for allergic reactions (swelling, breathing difficulty) or severe/persistent diarrhea (risk of C. difficile). Dose adjustment/caution may be needed in hepatic impairment.

Antacids containing aluminium/magnesium (reduce absorption—separate dosing), warfarin/other anticoagulants (increased bleeding risk), digoxin (increased levels), cyclosporine (increased levels), antiarrhythmics/QT-prolonging drugs (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol, quinidine), ergot derivatives (avoid)

Store at room temperature below 25°C, protected from light and moisture. Keep tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children. After reconstitution (if supplied as dry syrup), store as per label and use within the recommended period.

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