Azithral KidTab

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:11 AM (IST)

Azithral KidTab 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.

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General Information

Contains

Azithromycin (100mg)

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Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Azithral KidTab works by inhibiting the growth of the infection-causing bacteria and stopping it from multiplying. As a result of this, the spread of the infection is disabled. Azithral KidTab is usually given once a day, preferably in the morning. However, in the case of typhoid, it is to be given twice. Give it with or without food at about the same time each day. However, it is best given with food since children often have a sensitive stomach and could easily get a stomach upset.

Medicine dose depends on the type of infection your child has, its severity, and your child’s age and body weight. So stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. In case your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again.

Your child may start to feel better within 3 to 5 days of regular dosing. However, you must still complete the full prescribed course of the medicine and never stop it abruptly as that may worsen your child’s condition or increase the risk of reinfection. Some of the minor and temporary side effects of this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case these effects persist or become bothersome for your child, consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Inform your child’s doctor about any previous episode of any allergy, heart problem, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. Knowing the child’s medical history is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Azithral KidTab in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Azithral KidTab for your child

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Azithral KidTab 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 Azithral KidTab in children

Azithral KidTab 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 Azithral

Nausea
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea

How can I give Azithral KidTab to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Azithral KidTab may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Azithral Tablet works

Azithral KidTab 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.

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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 Azithral KidTab with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Azithral KidTab 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 Azithral KidTab 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.

Safety advice

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Azithral KidTab is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Azithral KidTab may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

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

Frequently asked questions

What if I give too much of Azithral KidTab by mistake?

Azithral KidTab is unlikely to cause any harm if an extra dose is given by mistake. However, if you think you have given too much of Azithral KidTab to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Are there any possible serious side effects of Azithral KidTab?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Azithral KidTab?

Azithral KidTab can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Azithral KidTab. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Azithral KidTab?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Which all lab tests should my child undergo while taking Azithral KidTab on a long-term basis?

The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.

Can Azithral KidTab impact my child’s digestion?

Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking medicines. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may too get affected. Azithral KidTab may kill off good bacteria along with the bad ones, increasing your child’s risk of developing other infections. So, in case your child is having diarrhea while on Azithral KidTab, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.

Why is Azithral KidTab given for 3 days?

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Azithral KidTab is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regimen advised by your doctor.

What should I avoid while taking Azithral KidTab?

Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Azithral KidTab should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Azithral KidTab. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Azithral KidTab increases the risk of sunburn.

Is Azithral KidTab a strong antibiotic?

Azithral KidTab is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Azithral KidTab has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.

Can you get a yeast infection from taking Azithral KidTab?

Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Azithral KidTab. Antibiotics such as Azithral KidTab can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Azithral KidTab or soon after stopping it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Macrolides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

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