DaiWoo Azithromycin Dry Syrup (Azithromycin Dihydrate)

Adult dose

Take once daily. ○ Adults 1) Sexually transmitted infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis: Administer 25 mL [azithromycin 1 g (potency)] as a single dose. 2) Other indications - 3-day regimen: Administer 12.5 mL [azithromycin 500 mg (potency)] once daily for 3 days [total dose: azithromycin 1.5 g (potency)]. - 5-day regimen: Administer 12.5 mL [azithromycin 500 mg (potency)] once on the first day, then administer 6.25 mL [azithromycin 250 mg (potency)] once daily for 4 days starting on the second day [total dose: azithromycin 1.5 g (potency)]. ○ Older adults Administer the same dose as for adults.

Child dose

○ Children Administer azithromycin 10 mg (potency) per Kg of body weight once daily for 3 days, or administer 10 mg (potency) per Kg of body weight once on the first day, followed by 5 mg (potency) per Kg of body weight once daily for 4 days starting on the second day. In addition to the two regimens above, a single dose of 30 mg (potency) per Kg of body weight may be administered as the recommended dose for pediatric patients with acute otitis media. For this one-day regimen, take the medicine 1 hour before a meal or 2 hours after a meal. 15~25 Kg: One-day regimen (for acute otitis media): Administer 15 mL [azithromycin 600 mg (potency)] as a single dose; 3-day regimen: Administer 5 mL [azithromycin 200 mg (potency)] once daily for 3 days; 5-day regimen: Administer 5 mL [azithromycin 200mg (potency)] once on the first day, then 2.5 mL [azithromycin 100 mg (potency)] once daily for 4 days starting on the second day. 26~35 Kg: One-day regimen (for acute otitis media): Administer 22.5 mL [azithromycin 900 mg (potency)] as a single dose; 3-day regimen: Administer 7.5 mL [azithromycin 300 mg (potency)] once daily for 3 days; 5-day regimen: Administer 7.5 mL [azithromycin 300 mg (potency)] once on the first day, then 3.75 mL [azithromycin 150 mg (potency)] once daily for 4 days starting on the second day. 36~45 Kg: One-day regimen (for acute otitis media): Administer 30 mL [azithromycin 1.2 g (potency)] as a single dose; 3-day regimen: Administer 10 mL [azithromycin 400 mg (potency)] once daily for 3 days; 5-day regimen: Administer 10 mL [azithromycin 400 mg (potency)] once on the first day, then 5 mL [azithromycin 200 mg (potency)] once daily for 4 days starting on the second day. 45 Kg or more: One-day regimen (for acute otitis media): Administer 37.5 mL [azithromycin 1.5 g (potency)] as a single dose; 3-day regimen: Same as the adult dose; 5-day regimen: Same as the adult dose.

This medication is a macrolide antibiotic, and severe allergic reactions may occur, thus patients with hypersensitivity should not use it. If symptoms such as angioedema or anaphylaxis occur, stop using immediately and seek appropriate treatment. While taking this medication, if diarrhea occurs, careful monitoring is necessary as it may disrupt the balance of intestinal bacteria, potentially leading to dangerous colitis. Especially if diarrhea or abdominal pain occurs within two months after antibiotic treatment, consult a healthcare provider immediately. Patients with fructose intolerance or specific sugar metabolism disorders, as well as those taking ergot alkaloids, should not use this medication. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, severely compromised liver function, and diabetics should be particularly cautious when using this medication. Generally, this medication has fewer side effects, but gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain may occur, and rarely, hearing problems or liver function abnormalities may arise. Cardiovascular issues such as arrhythmias or hypotension have also been reported, so patients with heart disease should be especially careful. If signs of allergy such as skin rash, severe itching, or mucosal swelling occur during administration, stop using the drug immediately and consult a doctor. Like other antibiotics, this medication carries a risk of secondary infections due to non-susceptible strains, so changes in symptoms should be carefully monitored. It can affect heart rhythms, so patients at higher risk for QT interval prolongation should use this medication cautiously. During pregnancy, safety for the fetus is not fully established, so unnecessary use should be avoided; in breastfeeding cases, consult a specialist as the drug may be transmitted through breast milk. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the side effects of this medication, so caution is needed. In case of overdose, as there is no specific antidote, it is important to receive treatment according to the symptoms. This medication should be precisely dispensed according to the prescribed method and stored out of the reach of children in its original container to prevent quality degradation and misuse.

Angioedema, anaphylaxis, acute generalized pustular rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug reactions accompanied by eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, diarrhea, hearing loss, deafness, tinnitus, hearing impairment, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loose stools, abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension, liver function abnormalities, rash, urticaria, candidiasis, vaginitis, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, agranulocytosis, shock, anaphylactic symptoms, loss of appetite, aggressive reactions, neuroexcitation, agitation, anxiety, dizziness, seizures, headache, hyperactivity, sensory disturbances, drowsiness, sensory loss, syncope, taste disturbances, smell disturbances, taste loss, smell loss, palpitations, ventricular tachycardia, arrhythmia, QT prolongation, Torsades de pointes, hypotension, dyspepsia, constipation, pseudomembranous colitis, pancreatitis, pyloric stenosis, tongue discoloration, hepatitis, jaundice, cholestatic jaundice, liver necrosis, liver failure, itching, photosensitivity reactions, edema, hives, angioedema, erythema multiforme, arthralgia, rhabdomyolysis, myalgia, feelings of exhaustion, interstitial nephritis, acute renal failure, weakness, fatigue, malaise, fever, cough, dyspnea, interstitial pneumonia, eosinophilic pneumonia, infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is recommended to keep the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This way, the effectiveness of the medication can be maintained for an extended period.

Appearance

White to light pink powder

Package unit

15 mL/bottle