PRODUCT DETAILS

About Alefox-AZ Tablet

AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN belongs to a class of medications called antibiotics used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ears, nose, throat, chest, lungs, prostate gland, skin, and soft tissue. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and causes infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiple very quickly. AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN does not work against infections caused by a virus.

Uses of Alefox-AZ Tablet

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits of Alefox-AZ Tablet

AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN is a combination of two broad-spectrum antibiotics namely: Azithromycin and Levofloxacin that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections. Azithromycin inhibits the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Levofloxacin interferes with a bacterial enzyme involved in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Together, they kill bacteria and clear infection.

Directions for Use

Take AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN with or without food as advised by your doctor. The tablet form of AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Alefox-AZ Tablet

• Vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Insomnia
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain or cramps
• Loss of appetite
• Sleeping problems

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN, erythromycin, ciprofloxacin, other antibiotics, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have diabetes, low levels of magnesium or potassium in the blood, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, fits, nervous or mental problems, or if you have had damage to the brain due to stroke or other brain injuries, kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN. Avoid taking AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN and consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding as AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN may be excreted in human milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert as AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or changes in vision. Avoid alcohol consumption with AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN as it may increase the severity of adverse effects. You are recommended to complete the full course of AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN may interact with certain tests such as urine tests for opiates and tuberculosis tests and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN before undergoing any tests.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN may interact with medicines for migraine (ergotamine), drugs used to treat stomach problems (cisapride), HIV/AIDS drugs (nelfinavir, zidovudine), anti-allergic drug (terfenadine), heart-related medicines (quinidine, hydroquinidine, sotalol, disopyramide, amiodarone, dofetilide, ibutilide, digoxin), gout medicine (probenecid), immunosuppressant (cyclosporine), antipsychotic drug (pimozide), antidepressants (imipramine, amitriptyline), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (fenbufen, ketoprofen, indomethacin, aspirin, ibuprofen), anti-asthma drug(theophylline), blood thinner (warfarin), antituberculosis drug (rifabutin), antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin, azithromycin).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 If you have diabetes, low levels of magnesium or potassium in the blood, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, fits, nervous or mental problems, or if you have had damage to the brain due to stroke or other brain injuries, kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid alcohol consumption with AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN as it may increase the severity of adverse effects. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN.

PREGNANCY

• Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

BREAST FEEDING

• AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN may be excreted in human milk. Therefore, AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

• AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN may cause dizziness, drowsiness or changes in vision. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN.

LIVER

• Take AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

KIDNEY

• Take AZITHROMYCIN+LEVOFLOXACIN with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.